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H3 HDT

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,502 mi
Last recorded4,502 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 HDT
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 4,502 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 4,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 4,434 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 3,518 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 3,048 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 3,001 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 2,966 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 2,867 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 2,747 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 2,544 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 2,290 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 1,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 1,800 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 1,625 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 1,436 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 1,263 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12R?

Based on 3,611 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 13
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H3 HDT is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 8,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H3 HDT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H3 HDT registered?

H3 HDT is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for H3 HDT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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