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LJ05 KHA

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,631 mi
Last recorded15,631 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 KHA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 15,631 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 15,524 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 15,398 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 15,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 15,247 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2017 14,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 14,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 12,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 11,584 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,160 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 9,093 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 9,093 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 11,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2011 11,759 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2010 3,534 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 2,768 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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LJ05 KHA is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Orange 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 LJ05 KHA, 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 LJ05 KHA registered?

LJ05 KHA is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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