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LJ53 KCU

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,920 mi
Last recorded31,920 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 KCU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 31,920 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 31,335 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 28,941 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 28,307 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 22,090 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 22,081 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 20,720 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 19,091 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 18,522 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 18,010 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 16,930 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 16,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 16,006 miles

headlight pattern weak

Fail 30 Jun 2008 16,002 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

headlight pattern weak

Pass 5 Apr 2007 12,775 miles

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

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

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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LJ53 KCU is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ53 KCU, 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 LJ53 KCU registered?

LJ53 KCU is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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