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X18 TAX

2003 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,170 mi
Last recorded23,170 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12R8,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX18 TAX
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 23,170 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 22,865 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 22,599 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 21,803 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 21,689 miles

Belt idler pulley worn

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Apr 2019 19,923 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 19,391 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 17,663 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 13,329 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 11,508 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 10,087 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,934 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 7,004 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 6,210 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 4,741 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 3,034 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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X18 TAX is a 2003 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 X18 TAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X18 TAX registered?

X18 TAX is a 2003 Buell XB12R, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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