CarVerify

Free Car Check

YN05 PFD

2005 Buell XB12R

Red Petrol 1203cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,810 mi
Last recorded18,810 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Buell
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 PFD
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 18,810 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 17,817 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 17,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 16,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 19 Apr 2023 16,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 15,057 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 14,100 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 12,893 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 12,236 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 12,234 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 11 May 2017 11,563 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive cracking (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 10,816 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 May 2015 9,814 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 8,776 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 7,464 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 6,854 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 5,887 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 5,188 miles

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

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 5,188 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 4,295 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 3,176 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
Full Buell XB12R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YN05 PFD is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YN05 PFD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YN05 PFD?

You can check the full history of YN05 PFD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YN05 PFD registered?

YN05 PFD is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is YN05 PFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN05 PFD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YN05 PFD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YN05 PFD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.