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GX05 RSO

2005 Harley Davidson Sportster

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,228 mi
Last recorded28,228 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster9,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 RSO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 28,228 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 27,522 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 27,494 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 27,267 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 26,654 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Slight play found in rear swingarm bearings

Pass 9 Aug 2019 26,452 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm ( Slight cracking on tyre sidewall due to under inflation / age of tyre ) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Slight free play felt in swing arm bearings.

Pass 28 Jul 2018 25,849 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 25,235 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2016 25,233 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,187 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 15,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2012 9,696 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 6,843 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 5,684 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 3,897 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 3,897 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 2,350 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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GX05 RSO is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 9,388 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 RSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 RSO registered?

GX05 RSO is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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