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LJ05 TAU

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,616 mi
Last recorded8,616 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 TAU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 8,616 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 8,594 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 8,564 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 8,536 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 8,477 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 8,393 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,118 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 7,958 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 6,237 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 6,902 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 6,902 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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LJ05 TAU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 9,060 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 TAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ05 TAU registered?

LJ05 TAU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is LJ05 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 TAU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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