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WU53 GJZ

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,248 mi
Last recorded22,248 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2010
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 GJZ
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2010 22,248 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 18,284 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 16,552 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 16,552 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 13,594 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 13,537 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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WU53 GJZ is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,467 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 WU53 GJZ, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU53 GJZ registered?

WU53 GJZ is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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The MOT history for WU53 GJZ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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