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R12 PST

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,267 mi
Last recorded9,267 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 PST
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2014 9,267 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 9,248 miles

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 8,887 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 8,492 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 6,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 6,121 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 5,395 miles

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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R12 PST is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R12 PST, 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 R12 PST registered?

R12 PST is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is R12 PST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 PST shows 7 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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