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YJ54 VAX

2004 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,310 mi
Last recorded10,310 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12R9,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 VAX
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 10,310 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 9,456 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 8,578 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 7,696 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 7,589 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 7,589 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2009 6,401 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 5,203 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 5,203 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 3,976 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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YJ54 VAX is a 2004 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 9,839 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 YJ54 VAX, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ54 VAX registered?

YJ54 VAX is a 2004 Buell XB12R, first registered on 16 October 2004.

Is YJ54 VAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ54 VAX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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