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HD05 GAZ

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,616 mi
Last recorded14,616 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 GAZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 14,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 14,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 12,776 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 12,057 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 10,987 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 9,694 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 8,065 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 7,702 miles

small rear number plate fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2014 7,588 miles

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

small rear number plate fitted

Pass 3 May 2013 6,731 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 6,332 miles

small rear number plate fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2011 4,410 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 3,598 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 2,737 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 2,349 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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HD05 GAZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 9,969 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD05 GAZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HD05 GAZ registered?

HD05 GAZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is HD05 GAZ safe to buy?

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