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FN55 DAA

2005 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

6,831 mi
Last recorded6,831 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 DAA
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 6,831 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 6,821 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 6,810 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 6,682 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 6,628 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 6,609 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 6,433 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 6,421 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 6,075 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 5,866 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 5,858 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 5,641 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 5,473 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 5,205 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 4,550 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 4,550 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 4,421 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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FN55 DAA is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FN55 DAA, 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 FN55 DAA registered?

FN55 DAA is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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