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KX53 UGZ

2003 Buell XB12R

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

11,969 mi
Last recorded11,969 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 UGZ
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2014 11,969 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 11,969 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2012 11,853 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 11,853 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 10,258 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 10,258 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 9,923 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,424 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 4,984 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 3,535 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 3,535 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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KX53 UGZ is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KX53 UGZ, 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 KX53 UGZ registered?

KX53 UGZ is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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The MOT history for KX53 UGZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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