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LK04 TEV

2004 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,065 mi
Last recorded12,065 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 TEV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 12,065 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 11,100 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 11,100 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 10,327 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 9,252 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 7,466 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 5,858 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 5,559 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 5,461 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 5,234 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 4,814 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Inner Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 3,875 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 3,825 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 3,483 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 3,022 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 2,492 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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LK04 TEV is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK04 TEV, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK04 TEV registered?

LK04 TEV is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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