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SW05 VCJ

2005 Harley Davidson Flhtcui

Blue Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,855 mi
Last recorded44,855 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson Flhtcui21,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 VCJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlhtcui
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 44,855 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 May 2026 44,843 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 43,232 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn deteriorated

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 43,232 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn deteriorated

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 38,732 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 34,773 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 34,022 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 33,980 miles

Fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 32,323 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 32,096 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 32,066 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 31,727 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 31,727 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2017 31,727 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2016 30,572 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 27,026 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 26,699 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 25,449 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 25,449 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 22,352 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,988 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,587 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,701 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 13,376 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flhtcui?

Based on 6,544 MOT tests across 689 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
1,116
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Horn not working 14
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SW05 VCJ is a 2005 Harley Davidson Flhtcui in Blue with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson Flhtcui models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 21,229 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 Flhtcui fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW05 VCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flhtcui typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson Flhtcui is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW05 VCJ registered?

SW05 VCJ is a 2005 Harley Davidson Flhtcui, first registered on 11 August 2005.

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