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RG05 POP

2006 Buell XB12R

White Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,623 mi
Last recorded24,623 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Buell XB12R10,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG05 POP
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 24,623 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 21,887 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 21,055 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front lever (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,632 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 19,613 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 19,516 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,182 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 19,182 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,318 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 18,318 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 17,012 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 17,012 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 13,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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RG05 POP is a 2006 Buell XB12R in White with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 10,806 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 XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG05 POP, 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 20 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RG05 POP registered?

RG05 POP is a 2006 Buell XB12R, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is RG05 POP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG05 POP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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