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NK05 OPV

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Yellow Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,430 mi
Last recorded23,430 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 OPV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 23,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 20,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 18,315 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive belt pulley worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play rear wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 16,722 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 16,701 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2021 15,779 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 15,779 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 15,707 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 15,660 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 15,470 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 15,232 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 14,817 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,229 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 11,589 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 11,553 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 10,298 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 10,298 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 8,278 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 7,550 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 7,237 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 6,926 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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NK05 OPV is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Yellow with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 8,874 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK05 OPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK05 OPV registered?

NK05 OPV is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 20 July 2005.

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