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YN53 KNL

2003 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,048 mi
Last recorded15,048 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 KNL
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 15,048 miles

Number plate cracked

Fail 11 May 2019 15,035 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Number plate cracked

Pass 19 May 2018 15,019 miles

Headlamp lens and light source not compatible, (failure from 20th May 2018)

Rear number plate cracked

Pass 20 May 2017 14,814 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 14,221 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 14,221 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 14,079 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 13,670 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 13,634 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 12,319 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 14 Mar 2009 11,010 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 8,983 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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YN53 KNL is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YN53 KNL, 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 YN53 KNL registered?

YN53 KNL is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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