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EU05 HCD

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,350 mi
Last recorded13,350 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 HCD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 13,350 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 12,985 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 12,860 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 12,618 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 12,245 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 12,219 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 11,798 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 11,273 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 10,844 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 10,558 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 10,027 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 9,748 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 9,330 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 9,202 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 8,706 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 8,320 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 7,925 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 7,213 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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EU05 HCD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 9,060 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU05 HCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU05 HCD registered?

EU05 HCD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is EU05 HCD safe to buy?

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