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WX04 WBU

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,387 mi
Last recorded9,387 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX04 WBU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 9,387 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 8,776 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 8,776 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 7,815 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,863 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 5,507 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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WX04 WBU 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 83.3%.

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 WX04 WBU, 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 WX04 WBU registered?

WX04 WBU is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is WX04 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX04 WBU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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