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BX05 UPZ

2005 Buell XB12S

Blue Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,414 mi
Last recorded6,414 miles
Recorded on31 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 UPZ
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2012 6,414 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate small but can see 15 meters from rear of bike.

Pass 27 May 2011 5,758 miles

rear number plate small

Fail 5 Jun 2010 5,687 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 5,687 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 5,177 miles

number plate small

Pass 25 Apr 2008 4,230 miles

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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BX05 UPZ is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Blue with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 10,158 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 BX05 UPZ, 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 21 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX05 UPZ registered?

BX05 UPZ is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is BX05 UPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 UPZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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