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GN05 WKS

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,984 mi
Last recorded22,984 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 WKS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 22,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2025 22,004 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2024 18,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Forks slightly corroded both (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded all (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Road spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2023 15,603 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and metal pipe between hose to hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded all (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 11,777 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules pipe corroding (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2022 11,794 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls control 2 (rear) inop (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules pipe corroding (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2021 8,714 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 8,488 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 24 Apr 2018 7,975 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 13 Oct 2016 7,608 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 6,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 6,531 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 3,530 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 3,477 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 3,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre low pressure

Pass 7 Jul 2010 3,431 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 3,186 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 2,864 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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GN05 WKS is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GN05 WKS, 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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GN05 WKS is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 19 July 2005.

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