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AD05 YGX

2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,183 mi
Last recorded15,183 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster10,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 YGX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 15,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 14,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 13,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 10,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 9,485 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 9,378 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 9,180 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 8,273 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 7,695 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 7,169 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 5,343 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 3,992 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 3,342 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 3,327 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 3,311 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 3,291 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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AD05 YGX is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD05 YGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD05 YGX registered?

AD05 YGX is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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