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BX05 USV

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,873 mi
Last recorded20,873 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 USV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 20,873 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 May 2025 20,656 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 20,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 19,573 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 19,274 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 15,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 12,668 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 8,582 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 7,677 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 7,093 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 7,082 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 6,423 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 4,803 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 4,043 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 3,165 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 3,165 miles

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 2,581 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 2,358 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2008

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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BX05 USV is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BX05 USV, 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 BX05 USV registered?

BX05 USV is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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