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SN55 HPP

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,748 mi
Last recorded25,748 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 HPP
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 25,748 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 25,555 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 24,670 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 23,746 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 23,746 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 22,764 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 21,708 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 21,571 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 20,843 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 18,930 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 May 2013 16,178 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 15,401 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 15,401 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 13,272 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 13,272 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 9,735 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 9,712 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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SN55 HPP is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SN55 HPP, 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 SN55 HPP registered?

SN55 HPP is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is SN55 HPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 HPP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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