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RK54 CPV

2005 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,226 mi
Last recorded17,226 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster9,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 CPV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 17,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 16,970 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 16,746 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 16,090 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 15,011 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 13,584 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 13,277 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 12,484 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 12,404 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,998 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 11,308 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 9,969 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 9,536 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 8,014 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 6,424 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 6,424 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 4,102 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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RK54 CPV is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 9,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK54 CPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK54 CPV registered?

RK54 CPV is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is RK54 CPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK54 CPV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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