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LK53 CSF

2003 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,256 mi
Last recorded43,256 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 CSF
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 43,256 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 43,248 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 41,040 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 41,040 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 37,861 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 36,142 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 33,508 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 30,362 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 27,595 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 23,967 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 20,967 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 17,023 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 15,787 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 14,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 9 Oct 2010 14,188 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2010 14,124 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 11,609 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 9,572 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 8,499 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 8,497 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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LK53 CSF is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 9,962 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 LK53 CSF, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK53 CSF registered?

LK53 CSF is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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