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YN04 RKY

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,977 mi
Last recorded9,977 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN04 RKY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 9,977 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 9,873 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 9,650 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 May 2022 9,650 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 9,064 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 8,804 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2016 7,921 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 7,132 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 6,722 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 6,535 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 6,256 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 5,235 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 5,066 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 4,652 miles

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

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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YN04 RKY is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YN04 RKY, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN04 RKY registered?

YN04 RKY is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 6 April 2004.

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