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VX53 MLK

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 MLK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2011
Fail 26 May 2011

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 May 2010

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2009
Fail 16 Apr 2009

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 14,697 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 13,028 miles

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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VX53 MLK is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 8,450 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 XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 MLK, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 MLK registered?

VX53 MLK is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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The MOT history for VX53 MLK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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