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BU05 MMJ

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,402 mi
Last recorded13,402 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 MMJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2026 13,402 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2025 13,348 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 13,277 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 13,241 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 13,015 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 11,739 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 11,035 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 10,045 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 9,517 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 7,258 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 6,320 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 5,821 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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BU05 MMJ is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU05 MMJ, 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 BU05 MMJ registered?

BU05 MMJ is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 23 July 2005.

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