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LJ05 KPA

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,094 mi
Last recorded14,094 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 May 2024 14,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 13,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 12,924 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 12,771 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 11,883 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 11,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2014 11,460 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 11,221 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 11,028 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 10,062 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 8,798 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 6,133 miles

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 KPA is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KPA, 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 KPA registered?

LJ05 KPA is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 KPA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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