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LX53 FKU

2003 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

14,815 mi
Last recorded14,815 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 FKU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 14,815 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 14,675 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 13,681 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 12,372 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 9,667 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 9,663 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning on full lock (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 8,386 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 6,614 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 5,109 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 3,986 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 2,463 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 479 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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LX53 FKU is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FKU, 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 FKU registered?

LX53 FKU is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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