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SN04 FPA

2004 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

10,256 mi
Last recorded10,256 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12R9,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 FPA
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 10,256 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 9,916 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 9,353 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 8,839 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 7,563 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 7,430 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 7,284 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 7,086 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 6,884 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 6,137 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 5,854 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 5,854 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2009 4,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2007 3,548 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Buell XB12R?

Based on 3,611 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 13
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SN04 FPA is a 2004 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 9,839 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN04 FPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SN04 FPA registered?

SN04 FPA is a 2004 Buell XB12R, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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The MOT history for SN04 FPA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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