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LJ05 KKR

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

8,769 mi
Last recorded8,769 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 KKR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 8,769 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 8,651 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 8,510 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 8,342 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 8,101 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 7,897 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 7,635 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 7,036 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 7,014 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 7,014 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 6,352 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 6,342 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 6,109 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 5,817 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 5,286 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 4,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 4,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 3,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 1,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 368 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim on lowest limit.

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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LJ05 KKR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 9,969 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 KKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 KKR registered?

LJ05 KKR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is LJ05 KKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 KKR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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