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GX05 GZD

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Turquoise Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,964 mi
Last recorded27,964 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GZD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 27,964 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 26,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2024 26,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 25,722 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm bush play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 22,687 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 20,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2020 18,784 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 16,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No front mudguard fitted

Pass 31 May 2018 14,893 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 14,230 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 13,866 miles

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

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

Stick on over no plate fitted

Pass 2 May 2015 13,529 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 12,687 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 12,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 9,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2011 9,453 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 8,999 miles

Front fender missing.

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Upper belt gaurd mounting frame on bump test.

Fail 12 Jun 2010 8,999 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front fender missing.

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Upper belt gaurd mounting frame on bump test.

Pass 6 Jun 2009 8,587 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 8,587 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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GX05 GZD is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Turquoise with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GX05 GZD, 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 GX05 GZD registered?

GX05 GZD is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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