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MX53 ZXF

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,236 mi
Last recorded20,236 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 ZXF
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 20,236 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 18,910 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 16,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,649 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 13,170 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 13,170 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 6,808 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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MX53 ZXF is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,467 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MX53 ZXF, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX53 ZXF registered?

MX53 ZXF is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 26 January 2004.

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The MOT history for MX53 ZXF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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