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WU05 ATF

2005 Buell XB12R

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,741 mi
Last recorded14,741 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 ATF
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 14,741 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 14,737 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 13,245 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 11,154 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2022 10,667 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 10,522 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 10,495 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 10,407 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 10,395 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 9,375 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 8,870 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 8,676 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 8,589 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 7,688 miles

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

Front brake pads have slight movement (fowards/backwards)in caliper.

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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WU05 ATF is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WU05 ATF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU05 ATF?

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What year was WU05 ATF registered?

WU05 ATF is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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The MOT history for WU05 ATF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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