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MX05 UMA

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,394 mi
Last recorded11,394 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 UMA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 11,394 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 11,301 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 10,910 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 10,519 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 10,275 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 10,047 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 9,985 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 9,856 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 7,952 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 5,715 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 7,961 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 6,752 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 3,253 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 3,107 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 2,655 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 2,521 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 2,493 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 2,193 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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MX05 UMA is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MX05 UMA, 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 MX05 UMA registered?

MX05 UMA is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is MX05 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 UMA shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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