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OU04 DPK

2004 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,617 mi
Last recorded13,617 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 DPK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 13,617 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 13,248 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 13,234 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 13,208 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 13,105 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 13,022 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 12,976 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 12,931 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 12,931 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2017 12,804 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 12,744 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 12,720 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 12,646 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 12,579 miles

front pads starting to get low.

Pass 17 Aug 2011 12,369 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 12,001 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 11,999 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,617 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 11,617 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 11,205 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 10,032 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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OU04 DPK is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,467 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 OU04 DPK, 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 22 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 OU04 DPK registered?

OU04 DPK is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 29 March 2004.

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