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HX05 KJA

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,518 mi
Last recorded22,518 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 KJA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 22,518 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 21,482 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 20,651 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 19,771 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 18,305 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 18,106 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 17,624 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 17,465 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 17,320 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 17,100 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 16,942 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 16,942 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 16,775 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 16,676 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 16,553 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 16,139 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 16,091 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 14,299 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 11,791 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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HX05 KJA 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 HX05 KJA, 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 HX05 KJA registered?

HX05 KJA is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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The MOT history for HX05 KJA 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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