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MX55 XAL

2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Maroon Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,559 mi
Last recorded26,559 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster10,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 XAL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 26,559 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 26,379 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 26,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 May 2023 26,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 26,023 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 26,018 miles

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 26,014 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 26,014 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 25,801 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 25,801 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 25,437 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 25,437 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working Rear brake. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 25,214 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,759 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 24,754 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2015 24,336 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 19,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 25 Jun 2013 19,679 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 18,886 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,675 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 16,203 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 14,048 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 13,812 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 12,316 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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MX55 XAL is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Maroon with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,393 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 XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX55 XAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX55 XAL registered?

MX55 XAL is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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