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RX55 JHK

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,027 mi
Last recorded39,027 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 JHK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 39,027 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 38,849 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 37,523 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 37,250 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 56,968 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 34,974 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 34,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

bike highly modified from standard model

no numberplate lamp fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

bike highly modified from standard model

no numberplate lamp fitted

Pass 16 May 2012 33,827 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 32,340 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 32,340 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2010 31,447 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,856 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 21,777 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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RX55 JHK is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX55 JHK, 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 RX55 JHK registered?

RX55 JHK is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is RX55 JHK safe to buy?

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