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WP08 CAE

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,019 mi
Last recorded7,019 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 CAE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 7,019 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 7,009 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2014 6,504 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 5,751 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 5,159 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 5,131 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

How Reliable is the Buell XB12S?

Based on 6,009 MOT tests across 747 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
747
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
Footrest missing 31
Headlamp aim too high 27
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WP08 CAE is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,603 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 XB12S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP08 CAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WP08 CAE registered?

WP08 CAE is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is WP08 CAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP08 CAE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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