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DK07 EPL

2007 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

29,512 mi
Last recorded29,512 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Buell XB12R10,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK07 EPL
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 29,512 miles

Rear number plate

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 29,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear number plate

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 28,066 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 27,607 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 26,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,651 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 23,649 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 20,504 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2012 15,102 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 15,102 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 12,440 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 8,930 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Sep 2010 8,930 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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DK07 EPL is a 2007 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,259 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 XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK07 EPL, 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 19 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK07 EPL registered?

DK07 EPL is a 2007 Buell XB12R, first registered on 27 July 2007.

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