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AE53 FLG

2003 Buell XB12R

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

15,570 mi
Last recorded15,570 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 FLG
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 15,570 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 15,551 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 14,473 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 14,046 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 13,751 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 13,142 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 12,992 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 12,943 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 12,504 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 11,840 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2012 11,706 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre has a deep cut in the centre of the tread which does not appear to expose any cords or plies

Pass 29 May 2012 11,706 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre has a deep cut in the centre of the tread which does not appear to expose any cords or plies

Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,332 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2009 11,158 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 10,569 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 7,447 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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AE53 FLG is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 8,450 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 AE53 FLG, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE53 FLG registered?

AE53 FLG is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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