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AE05 CTY

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,864 mi
Last recorded16,864 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 CTY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Apr 2018 16,864 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play swing arm pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 15,632 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front mudguard not fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Nov 2016 15,254 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 15,190 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 15,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 14,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,353 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 11,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 8,387 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 7,622 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 6,365 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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AE05 CTY is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 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 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 CTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE05 CTY registered?

AE05 CTY is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is AE05 CTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 CTY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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