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RK04 AUY

2004 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,757 mi
Last recorded22,757 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12R9,839 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 AUY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 22,757 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 22,075 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 21,776 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 21,079 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 20,509 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 20,217 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 18,961 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 17,925 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 16,829 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 15,743 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 13,163 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 9,883 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 9,883 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 8,896 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 8,113 miles

advise + fitted with wide bar conversion which the tips touch the mirrors on full lock

Pass 17 Oct 2008 7,171 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 7,171 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 6,169 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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RK04 AUY is a 2004 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 9,839 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 RK04 AUY, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK04 AUY registered?

RK04 AUY is a 2004 Buell XB12R, first registered on 13 August 2004.

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The MOT history for RK04 AUY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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