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P16 FAT

2008 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,788 mi
Last recorded4,788 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP16 FAT
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 4,788 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 4,783 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 4,776 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 4,760 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 4,617 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 4,552 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 4,433 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 4,246 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 4,081 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 4,043 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 4,029 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 3,632 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 3,011 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 2,976 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 2,372 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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P16 FAT is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P16 FAT, 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 P16 FAT registered?

P16 FAT is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is P16 FAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P16 FAT shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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