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KM59 MZY

2009 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,705 mi
Last recorded22,705 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Buell XB12S6,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM59 MZY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 22,705 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 22,646 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2024 22,631 miles

Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 21,765 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 20,315 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 19,457 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2021 19,457 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 18,754 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 17,665 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 16,445 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 15,178 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 13,720 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 10,718 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 7,882 miles

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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KM59 MZY is a 2009 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 6,045 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 KM59 MZY, 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 17 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KM59 MZY registered?

KM59 MZY is a 2009 Buell XB12S, first registered on 2 December 2009.

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