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J3 DDG

2007 Buell XB12S

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,226 mi
Last recorded12,226 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Buell XB12S8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 DDG
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 12,226 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 11,903 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 11,903 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 11,597 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 11,315 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 10,888 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 10,200 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 10,190 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2019 10,125 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 9,950 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 9,950 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 9,414 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 8,933 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 8,028 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 7,523 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 7,052 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 6,947 miles

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

The right hand heated grip cable is pressing on the f/tank on full steering lock.

Pass 22 Oct 2011 6,564 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 6,564 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 5,435 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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J3 DDG is a 2007 Buell XB12S in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 8,514 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 J3 DDG, 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 19 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J3 DDG registered?

J3 DDG is a 2007 Buell XB12S, first registered on 25 May 2007.

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