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VN59 HHJ

2009 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,387 mi
Last recorded26,387 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Buell XB12S6,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 HHJ
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 26,387 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 25,823 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 22,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 22,944 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 21,547 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Nov 2015 20,027 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 20,027 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 17,839 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 17,839 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 16,704 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 13,804 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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VN59 HHJ is a 2009 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 6,045 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 VN59 HHJ, 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 17 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VN59 HHJ registered?

VN59 HHJ is a 2009 Buell XB12S, first registered on 5 December 2009.

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The MOT history for VN59 HHJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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