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GX53 LBV

2003 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,888 mi
Last recorded9,888 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 LBV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 9,888 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 9,888 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 9,793 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 9,793 miles

Stop lamp not working Control 1 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 9,350 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 9,187 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 9,187 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 8,549 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 8,395 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 7,645 miles

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

Offside Front Upper 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 LBV is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX53 LBV registered?

GX53 LBV is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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