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HX06 LWY

2006 Buell XB12S

Blue Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,949 mi
Last recorded34,949 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Buell XB12S10,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX06 LWY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 34,949 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 34,880 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 34,865 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2022 32,805 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 31,965 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 31,912 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 31,665 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 31,608 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 31,427 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 31,427 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 27,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 19,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate light inop

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 19,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate light inop

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 18,513 miles

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

front tyre perishing

Pass 2 Jul 2010 16,700 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2010 16,700 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 13,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 30 May 2009 13,053 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front 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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HX06 LWY is a 2006 Buell XB12S in Blue with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 10,382 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 HX06 LWY, 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 20 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HX06 LWY is a 2006 Buell XB12S, first registered on 13 June 2006.

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