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LX59 BTY

2009 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,255 mi
Last recorded5,255 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Buell XB12S6,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 BTY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 5,255 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 5,236 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 5,234 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 5,166 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 4,872 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 4,872 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 4,299 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 3,883 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 3,883 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 3,536 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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LX59 BTY is a 2009 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 6,045 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 LX59 BTY, 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 17 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX59 BTY registered?

LX59 BTY is a 2009 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 November 2009.

Is LX59 BTY safe to buy?

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