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DX54 ULW

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,679 mi
Last recorded15,679 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 ULW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 15,679 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 14,535 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 13,962 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 13,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 13,310 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure C clip missing. (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Too small. (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 13,204 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 12,918 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 12,327 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2016 10,702 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 10,695 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,538 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 10,207 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 9,936 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 9,936 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 9,351 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 8,471 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 8,043 miles

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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DX54 ULW is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DX54 ULW, 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 DX54 ULW registered?

DX54 ULW is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is DX54 ULW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 ULW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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