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RX55 JHU

2005 Buell XB12R

Grey Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 JHU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025
Pass 18 Jul 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 20,108 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 20,016 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 18,615 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 18,615 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2011 14,588 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 14,588 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 11,967 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 9,824 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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RX55 JHU is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Grey with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RX55 JHU, 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 RX55 JHU registered?

RX55 JHU is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is RX55 JHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 JHU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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