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LX53 FKK

2003 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,537 mi
Last recorded14,537 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 FKK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 14,537 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2024 14,098 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 13,687 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 12,988 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 12,729 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 11,772 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 11,373 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 10,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 10,509 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 10,256 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,900 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 9,390 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 8,788 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2010 8,454 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 8,454 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 7,960 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,034 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2007 6,228 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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LX53 FKK is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 LX53 FKK, 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.

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What year was LX53 FKK registered?

LX53 FKK is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 13 December 2003.

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