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OU05 DPZ

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,371 mi
Last recorded14,371 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 DPZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 14,371 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 14,356 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 14,067 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 12,725 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 11,590 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 10,831 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,806 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 8,374 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 6,923 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 5,510 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 4,320 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 4,320 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,163 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 2,072 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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OU05 DPZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OU05 DPZ, 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 OU05 DPZ registered?

OU05 DPZ is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is OU05 DPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 DPZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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