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GX53 LAE

2003 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,723 mi
Last recorded9,723 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 LAE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 9,723 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 9,519 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 9,235 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 9,006 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 8,761 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 8,668 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 8,418 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 7,993 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 7,792 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 7,688 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 7,577 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 7,272 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 7,272 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 6,938 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 6,644 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 6,267 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 6,029 miles

regulation number plate fitted before test.if original plate is refitted machine may be rendered illegal.

Pass 24 Mar 2007 5,468 miles

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

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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GX53 LAE is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 9,962 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 GX53 LAE, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX53 LAE registered?

GX53 LAE is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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