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K8 LYH

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 LYH
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017
Pass 22 Mar 2016 9,825 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 9,719 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 9,441 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 9,248 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 7,812 miles

Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2009 7,812 miles

Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 5,259 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 4,851 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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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K8 LYH is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K8 LYH, 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 K8 LYH registered?

K8 LYH is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 7 October 2003.

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The MOT history for K8 LYH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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