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PL54 WFV

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,089 mi
Last recorded20,089 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL54 WFV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 20,089 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Clutch Cable to long Could Get Caught

Front Brake hose could get Caught

Pass 24 Oct 2024 16,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 12,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 7,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 3,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 3,462 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 1,780 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 1,683 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 145 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2019 145 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 31,082 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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PL54 WFV is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PL54 WFV, 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.

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PL54 WFV is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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