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YJ04 MBY

2004 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,433 mi
Last recorded28,433 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12R9,839 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 MBY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 28,433 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 25,310 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 May 2023 25,310 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 23,320 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 22,754 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 22,453 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 22,300 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 22,296 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2013 21,704 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 20,703 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 19,783 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 18,670 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 17,473 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 16,200 miles

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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YJ04 MBY 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 85.7%.

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 YJ04 MBY, 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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YJ04 MBY is a 2004 Buell XB12R, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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