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2005 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,949 mi
Last recorded14,949 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL8838,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 HDL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 14,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

handlebar riser to yoke bolts tightened after inspection, for pass result. customer is reccomended to have these bolts checked and or loctite added

Fail 5 Mar 2026 14,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

handlebar riser to yoke bolts tightened after inspection, for pass result. customer is reccomended to have these bolts checked and or loctite added

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached handlebar riser to yoke bolts slightly loose. (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 14,468 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 14,468 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 14,462 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 14,462 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 14,461 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 14,461 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 14,461 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 14,460 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 14,445 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 14,401 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 14,351 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 14,319 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 14,221 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 12,667 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 10,817 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 10,524 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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V2 HDL is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V2 HDL, 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 V2 HDL registered?

V2 HDL is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is V2 HDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 HDL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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