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LX05 GXF

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Green Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,949 mi
Last recorded71,949 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 GXF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 71,949 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 66,838 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 66,028 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 65,652 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 65,652 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 62,964 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 61,443 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 60,725 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 60,725 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 60,752 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 59,689 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 59,078 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 53,504 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 52,427 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 50,143 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 48,626 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 47,235 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 35,879 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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LX05 GXF is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Green with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LX05 GXF, 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 LX05 GXF registered?

LX05 GXF is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is LX05 GXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 GXF shows 18 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.

Does LX05 GXF have outstanding finance?

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