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OU05 DTX

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

10,698 mi
Last recorded10,698 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 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

RegistrationOU05 DTX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 10,698 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2025 10,550 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 10,449 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 10,065 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 8,662 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 8,000 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 7,956 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 7,411 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 6,958 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 6,312 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 6,125 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 5,584 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 5,183 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 4,772 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 4,378 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 3,749 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 3,135 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 2,495 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 1,866 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 1,571 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 1,571 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 DTX is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DTX, 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 DTX registered?

OU05 DTX is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is OU05 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 DTX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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