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WX55 EKP

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,708 mi
Last recorded18,708 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 EKP
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 18,708 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 18,195 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Oct 2015 18,195 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 17,876 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

thottle cable

Pass 12 Sep 2013 17,693 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 16,761 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 15,536 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 14,920 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 12,102 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 9,904 miles

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

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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WX55 EKP is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WX55 EKP, 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 21 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX55 EKP registered?

WX55 EKP is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 19 September 2005.

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