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GX05 GZM

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,881 mi
Last recorded6,881 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GZM
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 6,881 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 6,859 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 6,848 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 6,803 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 6,731 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 6,699 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 6,626 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 6,515 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 6,515 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 5,791 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 4,449 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 2,599 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 3,599 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 2,847 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 2,673 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 1,904 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 1,389 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 1,176 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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GX05 GZM is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 GZM, 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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What year was GX05 GZM registered?

GX05 GZM is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is GX05 GZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 GZM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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