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AY05 HFS

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

13,405 mi
Last recorded13,405 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 HFS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 13,405 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 11,418 miles

Both tyres slightly perished/cracking.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 10,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front tyre cracking

rear tyre cracking

Fail 20 Jul 2023 10,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

front tyre cracking

rear tyre cracking

Pass 26 Oct 2021 9,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

neutal light inoperative

Pass 7 Sep 2020 6,797 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 5,098 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 4,356 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 3,930 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 3,358 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 2,597 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 1,852 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 1,831 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011
Pass 2 Sep 2010 1,789 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 1,721 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 1,618 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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AY05 HFS is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 8,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 HFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY05 HFS registered?

AY05 HFS is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is AY05 HFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 HFS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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