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MX05 UMR

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

7,677 mi
Last recorded7,677 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 UMR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 7,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2025 4,889 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 1,875 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 17,204 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 16,648 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 16,550 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 16,510 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 16,502 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 15,692 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 15,326 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 13,755 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 12,924 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 12,287 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 10,887 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 9,653 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 7,276 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 5,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 4,953 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 3,769 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 UMR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 UMR, 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.

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What year was MX05 UMR registered?

MX05 UMR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is MX05 UMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 UMR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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