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PB08 USA

2008 Buell XB12S

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,113 mi
Last recorded2,113 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB08 USA
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 2,113 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 2,105 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 1,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2022 1,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 1,663 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 1,650 miles

Aftermarket silencer fitted (baffled at time of test)

Temporary repair on clutch lever

Pass 25 Apr 2014 1,640 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 1,547 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 1,547 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 May 2012 1,380 miles

Custom exhaust system fitted, but baffled at time of test

Pass 9 May 2011 1,267 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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PB08 USA is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,603 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 PB08 USA, 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 18 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PB08 USA registered?

PB08 USA is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is PB08 USA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PB08 USA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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