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LK05 EOE

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,032 mi
Last recorded38,032 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 EOE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 38,032 miles

front tyre cracking (2008)

Pass 2 Jun 2023 37,991 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front tyre old (2008) recommend replace

rear tyre old (2007) recommend replace

Pass 5 Sep 2013 37,894 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 36,600 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 36,600 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 32,932 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 24,807 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 12,762 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 1,940 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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LK05 EOE is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LK05 EOE, 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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What year was LK05 EOE registered?

LK05 EOE is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is LK05 EOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 EOE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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