CarVerify

Free Car Check

G8 UEL

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,922 mi
Last recorded17,922 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Buell
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 UEL
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
View full Buell XB12R reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 17,922 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 17,597 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 16,559 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 16,284 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 15,635 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 14,651 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 13,801 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,064 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 11,185 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 10,894 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 10,469 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 10,469 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 10,014 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 8,804 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 7,774 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 7,314 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
Full Buell XB12R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G8 UEL is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 G8 UEL, 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

How do I check the history of G8 UEL?

You can check the full history of G8 UEL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G8 UEL registered?

G8 UEL is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is G8 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 UEL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G8 UEL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G8 UEL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.