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GX05 DPE

2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,823 mi
Last recorded21,823 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster10,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 DPE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 21,823 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 20,430 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 20,381 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 20,369 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,292 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 19,473 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 17,469 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 16,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 15,378 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 15,126 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 14,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2012 14,960 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 14,568 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2010 13,866 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,866 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2009 12,098 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 12,064 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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GX05 DPE is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,393 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 XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 DPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 DPE registered?

GX05 DPE is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 9 March 2005.

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