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HX05 GEK

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,259 mi
Last recorded5,259 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 GEK
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 5,259 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 5,259 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 5,113 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 5,077 miles

Front and rear tyres were excessively under-inflated

Pass 18 Apr 2013 4,730 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 4,576 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 3,615 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 3,615 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 2,016 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 8,226 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 10,880 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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HX05 GEK is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX05 GEK, 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 HX05 GEK registered?

HX05 GEK is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 17 May 2005.

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