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OV08 ZHG

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,003 mi
Last recorded19,003 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 ZHG
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 19,003 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 18,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 28 May 2022 14,196 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 14,194 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

both swiches loose on handlebars

Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,021 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 13,236 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 13,236 miles

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 12,521 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 11,309 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 11,298 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2016 10,405 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 10,271 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 10,233 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 8,970 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 8,700 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 7,713 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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OV08 ZHG is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,603 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 OV08 ZHG, 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 18 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV08 ZHG registered?

OV08 ZHG is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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