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KXR 824

2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

White Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,041 mi
Last recorded21,041 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster10,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKXR 824
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 21,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 21,035 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre sidewall perished

Pass 19 Jul 2024 19,616 miles

Front Tyre sidewall perished

Pass 7 Jul 2023 18,743 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 18,742 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 18,339 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 17,691 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 16,596 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 15,714 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 15,298 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 14,388 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 14,026 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 13,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 12,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 10,883 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,477 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 7,286 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 5,188 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 2,708 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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KXR 824 is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in White with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KXR 824, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KXR 824 registered?

KXR 824 is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is KXR 824 safe to buy?

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