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YJ08 KUR

2008 Buell XB12S

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,628 mi
Last recorded8,628 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 KUR
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 8,628 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 8,420 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 7,304 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 7,112 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 6,911 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2021 6,911 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 6,438 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 6,438 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 4,907 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 4,897 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 4,702 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 4,277 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 4,126 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 3,190 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 3,190 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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YJ08 KUR is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJ08 KUR, 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 YJ08 KUR registered?

YJ08 KUR is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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