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WX08 UDE

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,412 mi
Last recorded15,412 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 UDE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 15,412 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 14,814 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 13,121 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 13,121 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 9,790 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 8,198 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 8,195 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 8,084 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 8,084 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 7,005 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 6,836 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 6,784 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 6,572 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,549 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 6,527 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 6,527 miles

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

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

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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WX08 UDE 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 81.3%.

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 WX08 UDE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX08 UDE registered?

WX08 UDE is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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