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DX05 PXD

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,436 mi
Last recorded23,436 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 PXD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 23,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 21,913 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 20,869 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 20,267 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 20,248 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Swing arm bushes badly worn, Excessive side movement. (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 18,667 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 18,630 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,723 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 17,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 13,207 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 12,727 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 6,463 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 6,171 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 5,859 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 4,586 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 4,575 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 3,216 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 3,051 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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DX05 PXD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 9,060 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 XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 PXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX05 PXD registered?

DX05 PXD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is DX05 PXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 PXD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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