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CN05 HOG

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R

Silver Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,772 mi
Last recorded12,772 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R9,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 HOG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 12,772 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 12,628 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 12,469 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 12,075 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 6 Apr 2022 12,075 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 10,728 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 9,914 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 8,568 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 8,065 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 7,721 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 6,774 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 6,774 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 5,828 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 5,194 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 5,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 4,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 4,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 May 2009 3,298 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2009 3,298 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 2,669 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R?

Based on 3,980 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 15
Horn not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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CN05 HOG is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R in Silver with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 9,923 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CN05 HOG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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CN05 HOG is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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