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GX53 NUK

2003 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,145 mi
Last recorded13,145 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 13,145 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 12,827 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 12,782 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 12,782 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120/70/17 bt016 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2022 12,197 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 11,997 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 11,997 miles

Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 11,669 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 11,254 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 10,984 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 10,833 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 10,476 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

front brake lever has very little reserve travel

Pass 31 Aug 2013 9,702 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 9,230 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 9,230 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 7,956 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 7,238 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 6,649 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 5,397 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 3,973 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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GX53 NUK is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 NUK, 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 NUK registered?

GX53 NUK is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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