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VX53 MMF

2004 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,500 mi
Last recorded24,500 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12R9,839 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 MMF
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 24,500 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 22,239 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 19,302 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 18,561 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 16,518 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Jun 2013 16,518 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 16,223 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 15,269 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 15,269 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2010 13,695 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 12,285 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 12,285 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 9,755 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 7,941 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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VX53 MMF is a 2004 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 VX53 MMF, 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 VX53 MMF registered?

VX53 MMF is a 2004 Buell XB12R, first registered on 3 January 2004.

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