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FJ55 FXZ

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Multi-colour Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,663 mi
Last recorded8,663 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 FXZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2025 8,663 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 8,491 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 8,370 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 8,354 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 8,338 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 8,323 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 8,234 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 8,218 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 8,184 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 7,857 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 6,758 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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FJ55 FXZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Multi-colour with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 FJ55 FXZ, 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.

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What year was FJ55 FXZ registered?

FJ55 FXZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is FJ55 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ55 FXZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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