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SF54 XKM

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,240 mi
Last recorded62,240 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 XKM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 62,240 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 61,763 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 61,753 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working when foot brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2024 57,405 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 54,829 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 53,572 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 51,806 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 49,514 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 46,131 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 44,883 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 41,585 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 36,691 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 33,683 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 31,544 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 31,534 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 May 2012 28,983 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 28,964 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 22,508 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 17,346 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 14,385 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 4,489 miles

front tyre starting to deteriorate

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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SF54 XKM is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SF54 XKM, 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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What year was SF54 XKM registered?

SF54 XKM is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is SF54 XKM safe to buy?

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