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YJ53 RRX

2003 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,448 mi
Last recorded35,448 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 RRX
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 35,448 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 34,158 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 32,567 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 31,092 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 31,081 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls when front brake applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 29,728 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 26,948 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 25,841 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 23,939 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 22,776 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2011 20,538 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 18,214 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 16,326 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2007 10,764 miles

Rear Registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 10,764 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 7,404 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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YJ53 RRX is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 9,962 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 YJ53 RRX, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ53 RRX registered?

YJ53 RRX is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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