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EU05 HDL

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

4,201 mi
Last recorded4,201 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 HDL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 4,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

single seat fitted

Fail 24 Apr 2021 4,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

single seat fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2019 4,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 4,176 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 3,719 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 4,392 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 3,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 3,011 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 2,518 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 1,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 543 miles

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

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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EU05 HDL is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 8,874 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU05 HDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EU05 HDL registered?

EU05 HDL is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is EU05 HDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 HDL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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