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WX53 ZDR

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,068 mi
Last recorded9,068 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 ZDR
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 9,068 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 8,793 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 8,476 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 8,202 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 8,202 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2011 5,461 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 4,083 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 1,577 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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WX53 ZDR is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WX53 ZDR, 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 WX53 ZDR registered?

WX53 ZDR is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is WX53 ZDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 ZDR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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