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HX05 VZJ

2005 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,064 mi
Last recorded16,064 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 VZJ
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 16,064 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2012 14,997 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 May 2012 14,995 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 12,705 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 10 Jan 2011 12,705 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 8,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,382 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

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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HX05 VZJ is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HX05 VZJ, 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.

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What year was HX05 VZJ registered?

HX05 VZJ is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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The MOT history for HX05 VZJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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