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SL57 GXM

2007 Buell XB12S

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,371 mi
Last recorded12,371 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Buell XB12S8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL57 GXM
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2026 12,371 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Pass 14 May 2024 11,274 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 11,027 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 10,774 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 9,528 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 7,410 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 6,955 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 5,988 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 5,988 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 5,020 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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SL57 GXM is a 2007 Buell XB12S in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 8,514 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 SL57 GXM, 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 19 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SL57 GXM registered?

SL57 GXM is a 2007 Buell XB12S, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is SL57 GXM safe to buy?

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