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WR08 MWO

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,628 mi
Last recorded8,628 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 MWO
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 8,628 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 8,611 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 8,428 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 7,811 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 6,773 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 6,773 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 6,203 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit middle at 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 5,565 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 5,506 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 5,309 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 4,693 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 May 2014 3,547 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 2,685 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 2,538 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 2,265 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 2,265 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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WR08 MWO is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WR08 MWO, 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 WR08 MWO registered?

WR08 MWO is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is WR08 MWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 MWO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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