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FJ55 FXU

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,383 mi
Last recorded9,383 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 FXU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 9,383 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 9,134 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 9,105 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 8,846 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 8,846 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 8,192 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 7,731 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 7,155 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 6,281 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 5,083 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 4,779 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 4,739 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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FJ55 FXU is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,390 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 FJ55 FXU, 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 21 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ55 FXU registered?

FJ55 FXU is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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