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SF04 XAK

2004 Buell XB12S

Blue Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,684 mi
Last recorded8,684 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 XAK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 8,684 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 8,550 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 8,542 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 8,404 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 8,123 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 8,013 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 7,684 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 6,501 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 5,358 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 3,675 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 3,642 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 3,427 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 3,250 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 3,226 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2007 2,970 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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SF04 XAK is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Blue with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SF04 XAK, 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 SF04 XAK registered?

SF04 XAK is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 7 May 2004.

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