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MX05 MWM

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,638 mi
Last recorded34,638 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 MWM
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 34,638 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 33,126 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 31,494 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 30,240 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 29,150 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 27,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,689 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,456 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 23,438 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 22,057 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 19,615 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 17,063 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 17,063 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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MX05 MWM is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 MWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX05 MWM registered?

MX05 MWM is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is MX05 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 MWM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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