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MX05 MWD

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,428 mi
Last recorded7,428 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 MWD
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 7,428 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 6,943 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 6,644 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 6,633 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2017 6,145 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 5,668 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 4,983 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 4,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2013 4,778 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 4,681 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 4,669 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 4,210 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 3,782 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Buell XB12R?

Based on 3,611 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 13
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MX05 MWD is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 MWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX05 MWD registered?

MX05 MWD is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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