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MX05 UMD

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,852 mi
Last recorded43,852 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 UMD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 43,852 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 43,852 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 25,327 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 25,327 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 24,133 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 20,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 18,734 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 28,815 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 16,293 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 15,057 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 14,179 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 13,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 12,429 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 11,740 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 11,740 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Fail 19 Oct 2010 11,731 miles

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

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 10,103 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 7,251 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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MX05 UMD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MX05 UMD, 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 MX05 UMD registered?

MX05 UMD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is MX05 UMD safe to buy?

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