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MX05 MUV

2005 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,806 mi
Last recorded22,806 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 MUV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 22,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 22,719 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 22,382 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 22,276 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 22,186 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 20,162 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 16,848 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 8,081 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 8,081 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 7,753 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 1 Jul 2011 7,753 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 7,488 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,421 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 5,812 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 5,812 miles

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

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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MX05 MUV is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MX05 MUV, 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.

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What year was MX05 MUV registered?

MX05 MUV is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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