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2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster
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16,647 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Exhaust noisy Exhaust Noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?
Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DX05 PYL is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 9,969 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 XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 PYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DX05 PYL registered?
DX05 PYL is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 29 July 2005.
Is DX05 PYL safe to buy?
The MOT history for DX05 PYL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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