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FB05 HFP

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,668 mi
Last recorded15,668 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 HFP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 15,668 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 15,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 May 2022 15,348 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 15,167 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 15,052 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 14,827 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 14,645 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,606 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 14,394 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 13,714 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 9,292 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 5,589 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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FB05 HFP is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FB05 HFP, 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.

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FB05 HFP is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 27 July 2005.

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