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SJ05 BLK

2005 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,354 mi
Last recorded14,354 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12S10,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 BLK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 14,354 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 14,019 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 13,415 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 13,415 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute front and rear (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2013 13,415 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 13,415 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 13,384 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 13,384 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 11,510 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 11,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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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SJ05 BLK is a 2005 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 SJ05 BLK, 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 SJ05 BLK registered?

SJ05 BLK is a 2005 Buell XB12S, first registered on 9 July 2005.

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