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HX55 JFK

2005 Buell XB12S

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,618 mi
Last recorded21,618 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 JFK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 21,618 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 20,545 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 20,257 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 19,784 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 19,382 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 19,375 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2013 18,476 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 18,110 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 16,729 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 15,099 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 10,832 miles

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

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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HX55 JFK is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HX55 JFK, 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 HX55 JFK registered?

HX55 JFK is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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