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DX05 UWW

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,714 mi
Last recorded20,714 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C9,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 UWW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 20,714 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 19,884 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 17,758 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 16,446 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2015 13,285 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2015 13,285 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2014 12,529 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,188 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 11,518 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 11,233 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 10,291 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 9,447 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2008 8,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C?

Based on 6,019 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 17
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DX05 UWW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 9,797 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 UWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was DX05 UWW registered?

DX05 UWW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is DX05 UWW safe to buy?

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