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GX55 EOO

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

10,823 mi
Last recorded10,823 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 EOO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 10,823 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 10,745 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 10,505 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 10,156 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 10,152 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 9,640 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 9,272 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 8,427 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 7,899 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 7,595 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 7,040 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 6,713 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 6,233 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 5,519 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 4,684 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 3,509 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 2,824 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 2,159 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 1,101 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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GX55 EOO is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 EOO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX55 EOO registered?

GX55 EOO is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for GX55 EOO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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