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HX05 NWM

2005 Harley Davidson Sportster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,810 mi
Last recorded21,810 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster9,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 NWM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 21,810 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 19,967 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 19,961 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 19,950 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 19,947 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 19,943 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 19,932 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front mudguard not fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Nov 2017 19,921 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2016 19,652 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm remaining (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2015 19,049 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 19,049 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 18,318 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 17,280 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 15,936 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 14,547 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 14,547 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 11,182 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 6,571 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 5,795 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 5,795 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside footrest rubber worn

Pass 14 May 2008 4,531 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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HX05 NWM is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 9,388 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX05 NWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX05 NWM registered?

HX05 NWM is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 2 June 2005.

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