CarVerify

Free Car Check

MX05 WKU

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

13,249 mi
Last recorded13,249 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Harley-davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 WKU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 13,249 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 13,146 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 12,267 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 11,866 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 11,731 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 11,066 miles

Front Front tyre cracking

Pass 17 Aug 2018 10,332 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 10,332 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 10,262 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 10,143 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 9,254 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 9,254 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 5,142 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 4,624 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 4,588 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 4,588 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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
Full Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MX05 WKU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MX05 WKU?

You can check the full history of MX05 WKU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MX05 WKU registered?

MX05 WKU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is MX05 WKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 WKU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MX05 WKU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MX05 WKU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.