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LJ05 KJA

2005 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

46,301 mi
Last recorded46,301 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 KJA
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 46,301 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 74,476 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 74,476 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 44,035 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 43,618 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 43,618 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 42,657 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 42,657 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 41,465 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 40,049 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 40,049 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 38,150 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 34,619 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 34,619 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 29,855 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2012 29,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 23,320 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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LJ05 KJA is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 10,158 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 LJ05 KJA, 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 21 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 KJA registered?

LJ05 KJA is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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