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SN05 CVC

2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

15,892 mi
Last recorded15,892 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 CVC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 15,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 14,372 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 13,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect NO VISIBLE LEAKS ON FORK SEALS (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Mar 2024 13,738 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect NO VISIBLE LEAKS ON FORK SEALS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 12,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 11,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 10,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 May 2019 9,923 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 9,252 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 8,589 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 7,863 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 6,011 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 6,011 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 4,522 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 4,522 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 2,883 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2012 2,659 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 2,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 2,020 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 1,748 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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SN05 CVC is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SN05 CVC, 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 SN05 CVC registered?

SN05 CVC is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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