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KR05 WGA

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,134 mi
Last recorded24,134 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 WGA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 24,134 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 24,129 miles

Front Position lamp not working Front position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Front tyre perished, Cracks in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 23,854 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 23,530 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 22,986 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 22,226 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,666 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 21,369 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated blowing (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 17,819 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 15,684 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 12,092 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 9,637 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 7,964 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 7,964 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 7,154 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 6,597 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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KR05 WGA is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KR05 WGA, 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 KR05 WGA registered?

KR05 WGA is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is KR05 WGA safe to buy?

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