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EU05 HBX

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,300 mi
Last recorded21,300 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 HBX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 21,300 miles

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 19,483 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 16,273 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 16,273 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 13,917 miles

Both tyres 17 years old

Pass 3 Sep 2020 13,911 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 13,911 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Binding throttle on full lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 13,863 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 13,813 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 13,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 12,916 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,557 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 12,171 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 11,791 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 10,981 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 10,393 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 10,393 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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EU05 HBX 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 82.4%.

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 EU05 HBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU05 HBX registered?

EU05 HBX is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is EU05 HBX safe to buy?

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