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LX05 DLZ

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,293 mi
Last recorded7,293 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 DLZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 7,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2016 7,017 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 6,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 6,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 6,079 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 5,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 5,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 5,481 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 4,782 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2010 4,778 miles

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 4,080 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 3,385 miles

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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LX05 DLZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX05 DLZ, 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 LX05 DLZ registered?

LX05 DLZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is LX05 DLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 DLZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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