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OU55 EAE

2005 Buell XB12S

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,176 mi
Last recorded7,176 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 EAE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 7,176 miles

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

Throttle stiff - slow to return

Pass 14 Sep 2024 6,858 miles

Throttle slow to return when steering is fully locked to the left

Pass 16 May 2023 6,541 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 May 2016 5,847 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 5,770 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 5,579 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2009 5,479 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 5,479 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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OU55 EAE is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 OU55 EAE, 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 OU55 EAE registered?

OU55 EAE is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is OU55 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU55 EAE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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