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LX05 DOA

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

9,281 mi
Last recorded9,281 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C9,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 DOA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 9,281 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 8,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 8,836 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 8,795 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 8,718 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 8,683 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 8,524 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 8,360 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 8,233 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 8,072 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 7,715 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 7,378 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 6,359 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 6,339 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 5,353 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 4,223 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 3,895 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 2,487 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 2,404 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 2,061 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C?

Based on 6,019 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 17
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LX05 DOA is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 9,797 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX05 DOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LX05 DOA registered?

LX05 DOA is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is LX05 DOA safe to buy?

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