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LX05 DNE

2005 Buell XB12S

Yellow Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,160 mi
Last recorded15,160 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 DNE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 15,160 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2025 15,160 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 15,027 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 14,051 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 13,045 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 13,037 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 May 2012 11,073 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 11,073 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,248 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2010 7,485 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 5,830 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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LX05 DNE is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Yellow with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LX05 DNE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX05 DNE registered?

LX05 DNE is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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