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2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster
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ExpiredMileage
18,493 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
No lights fitted at time of test.
No lights fitted at time of test
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?
Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ55 FAK is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black 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 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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 LJ55 FAK, 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.
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How do I check the history of LJ55 FAK?
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What year was LJ55 FAK registered?
LJ55 FAK is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 15 September 2005.
Is LJ55 FAK safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ55 FAK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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