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OY53 SYR

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,331 mi
Last recorded19,331 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 SYR
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 19,331 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 18,251 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 18,115 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 17,841 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 17,368 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 17,066 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 16,201 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 15,717 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 14,349 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 12,511 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 12,113 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 11,608 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 10,970 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 10,589 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 7,196 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 6,200 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 4,222 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12R?

Based on 3,611 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 13
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OY53 SYR is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 8,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY53 SYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OY53 SYR registered?

OY53 SYR is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is OY53 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 SYR shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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