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LX05 DMU

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,057 mi
Last recorded19,057 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 19,057 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 18,680 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 18,680 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Panel insecure

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 17,623 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 17,263 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front front tyre has slow puncture

Pass 20 Jun 2023 16,948 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 8,248 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 7,258 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 7,084 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 6,634 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 6,388 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 6,159 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 5,901 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 5,645 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 5,223 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,951 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 4,503 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 3,598 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 2,655 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 1,852 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 DMU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LX05 DMU, 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 DMU registered?

LX05 DMU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is LX05 DMU safe to buy?

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