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GX55 JVK

2005 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,140 mi
Last recorded7,140 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 JVK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 7,140 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 6,977 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 6,977 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 6,749 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 6,749 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 5,503 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 5,503 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 30 Oct 2009 4,636 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 4,636 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 3,937 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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GX55 JVK is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 10,158 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 GX55 JVK, 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 21 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 GX55 JVK registered?

GX55 JVK is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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