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LJ05 SYW

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,834 mi
Last recorded29,834 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SYW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 29,834 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 29,104 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 28,303 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 27,823 miles

Slight play in swingarm bearings

Pass 13 Aug 2021 27,764 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 27,578 miles

Swing arm bearings have slight play.

Pass 14 Aug 2019 27,369 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 27,369 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 26,960 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 25,825 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 24,378 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 38,571 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 23,596 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 22,154 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 22,154 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2012 19,033 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 16,005 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 9,578 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 9,486 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 6,931 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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LJ05 SYW is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 8,945 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 SYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ05 SYW registered?

LJ05 SYW is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is LJ05 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 SYW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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