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AY05 HGC

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,386 mi
Last recorded11,386 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 11,386 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 11,080 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 10,941 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 10,796 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 10,796 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 10,493 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 10,133 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 9,357 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 9,255 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Jul 2010 8,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2009 7,313 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,313 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 1,744 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 1,744 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 HGC is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HGC, 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 HGC registered?

AY05 HGC is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is AY05 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 HGC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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