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KR05 WFN

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,171 mi
Last recorded12,171 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 WFN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2025 12,171 miles

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 11 Apr 2024 12,049 miles

front and rear tyres perishing

Pass 14 Apr 2023 12,006 miles

tyres starting to perish

Pass 6 Apr 2022 11,764 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 11,638 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 11,552 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 11,465 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 11,125 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 10,540 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 9,909 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 8,844 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 7,284 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 7,209 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 6,748 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 6,079 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 5,162 miles

exhaust noisy

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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KR05 WFN is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 9,060 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR05 WFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KR05 WFN registered?

KR05 WFN is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is KR05 WFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 WFN shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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