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P400 YXB

2003 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,958 mi
Last recorded7,958 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP400 YXB
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 7,958 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 7,871 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 7,640 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 7,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 7,130 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 6,976 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 6,969 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 6,909 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2016 6,864 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 6,186 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 5,737 miles

Cut to front tyre, plus, worn close legal limit in places.

Oil leak

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 5,737 miles

Cut to front tyre, plus, worn close legal limit in places.

Oil leak

Fail 26 Mar 2013 5,360 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 5,360 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 5,124 miles

Rear tyre starting to wear close to limit in centre tread area.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 4,319 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 3,518 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2010 3,518 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 3,004 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 2,890 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 2,497 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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P400 YXB is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 9,962 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 P400 YXB, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P400 YXB registered?

P400 YXB is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is P400 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P400 YXB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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