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KX05 OVW

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,898 mi
Last recorded12,898 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 OVW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 12,898 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 12,898 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 12,572 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 11,926 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 11,926 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 11,260 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 10,444 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 9,399 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 8,446 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 7,668 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 6,757 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 5,652 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 4,711 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,811 miles

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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KX05 OVW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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

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 KX05 OVW, 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.

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What year was KX05 OVW registered?

KX05 OVW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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The MOT history for KX05 OVW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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