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DX54 XUT

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,010 mi
Last recorded31,010 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 XUT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 31,010 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 24,205 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 20,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 17,912 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 17,217 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 17,150 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 16,042 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 15,657 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 14,933 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 12,710 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 9,173 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 8,580 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 8,184 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 6,858 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,428 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 5,829 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 5,246 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 4,569 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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DX54 XUT is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX54 XUT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX54 XUT registered?

DX54 XUT is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is DX54 XUT safe to buy?

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