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HF55 KYW

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

6,598 mi
Last recorded6,598 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 KYW
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 6,598 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 6,392 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 6,196 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 5,917 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 5,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 5,549 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 5,299 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 5,145 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 4,953 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 4,713 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 4,530 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 4,180 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 3,834 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 3,214 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 2,708 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 2,708 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 1,977 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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HF55 KYW is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 8,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF55 KYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HF55 KYW registered?

HF55 KYW is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is HF55 KYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 KYW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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