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BU06 ELL

2008 Buell XB12R

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,123 mi
Last recorded7,123 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12R12,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 ELL
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2024 7,123 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 6,572 miles

Exhaust silencer cracking around welded joint not blowing

Pass 1 Mar 2022 6,088 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 5,499 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 5,457 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 5,444 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort slight fluctuation on brake lever (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 5,255 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 4,627 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 3,234 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 2,165 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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BU06 ELL is a 2008 Buell XB12R in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 12,867 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 BU06 ELL, 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 18 years old, this Buell XB12R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU06 ELL registered?

BU06 ELL is a 2008 Buell XB12R, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is BU06 ELL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 ELL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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