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GD05 LHX

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,062 mi
Last recorded28,062 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 LHX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 28,062 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 28,030 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 27,829 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 27,829 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 27,648 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 27,108 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 26,558 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,876 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 25,876 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 24,452 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 24,437 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2012 23,515 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 21,956 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 19,642 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 16,330 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 13,184 miles

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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GD05 LHX is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GD05 LHX, 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.

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What year was GD05 LHX registered?

GD05 LHX is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 4 June 2005.

Is GD05 LHX safe to buy?

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