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TFZ 161

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,629 mi
Last recorded17,629 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFZ 161
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2023 17,629 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 16,249 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 16,225 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 15,644 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 14,673 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 13,714 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 12,541 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 11,409 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,473 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 9,486 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 8,531 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 7,610 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 6,441 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 4,907 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 3,633 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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TFZ 161 is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 TFZ 161, 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 TFZ 161 registered?

TFZ 161 is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is TFZ 161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFZ 161 shows 15 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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