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GW56 CAV

2007 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,349 mi
Last recorded13,349 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 Buell XB12S8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW56 CAV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 13,349 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 11,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Nov 2023 11,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 8,481 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 4,353 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 3,911 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 3,901 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 3,794 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 3,616 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 3,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 3,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 3,308 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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GW56 CAV is a 2007 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2007 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 8,514 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 GW56 CAV, 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 19 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GW56 CAV registered?

GW56 CAV is a 2007 Buell XB12S, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is GW56 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW56 CAV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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