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SF05 RPZ

2005 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

8,505 mi
Last recorded8,505 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster9,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 RPZ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 8,505 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 8,396 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted front disc warped (3.1.5)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 7,891 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 7,456 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 6,610 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 6,609 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 6,272 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 6,272 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2013 5,474 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2012 4,363 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 4,325 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 4,122 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 3,218 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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SF05 RPZ is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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

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 SF05 RPZ, 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.

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What year was SF05 RPZ registered?

SF05 RPZ is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is SF05 RPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 RPZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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