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MX05 MVJ

2005 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,588 mi
Last recorded17,588 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 MVJ
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 17,588 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 17,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 16,254 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 15,363 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 13,117 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 12,597 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 12,359 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 11,619 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 11,000 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 10,493 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,315 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 9,281 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 8,586 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 8,067 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 7,852 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 6,429 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2010 6,133 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2010 6,133 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2009 5,531 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 4,948 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12S?

Based on 6,009 MOT tests across 747 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
747
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
Footrest missing 31
Headlamp aim too high 27
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MX05 MVJ is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 10,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 MVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX05 MVJ registered?

MX05 MVJ is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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