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LJ55 NFM

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

13,217 mi
Last recorded13,217 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 NFM
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 13,217 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 13,068 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 13,030 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 12,732 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 12,732 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 11,865 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 11,355 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Feb 2019 5,854 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 5,772 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 5,688 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 5,490 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exhaust noisy

Pass 12 Mar 2014 4,995 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 4,725 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 4,349 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 3,938 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 3,285 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 2,307 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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LJ55 NFM is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LJ55 NFM, 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 LJ55 NFM registered?

LJ55 NFM is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 11 December 2005.

Is LJ55 NFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ55 NFM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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