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KX53 UHV

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,126 mi
Last recorded8,126 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 UHV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 8,126 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 8,026 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 7,555 miles

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

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

Rear number plate

Fail 10 Apr 2017 7,555 miles

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

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

Rear number plate

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 6,141 miles

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 UHV is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UHV, 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 UHV registered?

KX53 UHV is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is KX53 UHV safe to buy?

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