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B3 GRJ

2007 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

46,728 mi
Last recorded46,728 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 Buell XB12S8,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 GRJ
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 46,728 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 42,932 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 38,905 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 33,402 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 28,009 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 28,009 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 25,051 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 25,051 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 20,808 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 18,900 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 15,473 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 14,002 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 11,774 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 10,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front pads close to legal

front tyre close to legal

rear tyre close to legal

Pass 11 Mar 2014 10,076 miles

front pads close to legal

front tyre close to legal

rear tyre close to legal

Pass 20 Mar 2013 7,663 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 6,224 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 5,368 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 5,368 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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B3 GRJ is a 2007 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2007 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 8,514 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 B3 GRJ, 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 19 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B3 GRJ registered?

B3 GRJ is a 2007 Buell XB12S, first registered on 20 September 2007.

Is B3 GRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 GRJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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