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GX05 GYJ

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

13,905 mi
Last recorded13,905 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C9,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GYJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 13,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 13,791 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 13,791 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 13,349 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 13,176 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 13,176 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 12,859 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 12,405 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 11,977 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 May 2018 11,481 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 May 2017 10,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 10,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 9,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 9,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 8,937 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 8,198 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 7,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 7,062 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 5,744 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C?

Based on 6,019 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 17
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GX05 GYJ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 9,797 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 XL883C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 GYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX05 GYJ registered?

GX05 GYJ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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