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WX05 UBG

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

123 mi
Last recorded123 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 UBG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 123 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2023 123 miles

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

Nearside Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Clutch Cable Trapped Between Yoke and Frame (2.1.4 (c))

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Brake Hose Trapped (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 30 Mar 2022 109 miles

Headlamp aim deflector fitted

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2022 91 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre badly perished

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 34,794 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 33,912 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 33,873 miles

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

Front slightly perished between tread

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 33,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

lower frame and rear swing arm slightly corroded

Fail 23 Mar 2017 33,037 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim not tested dip beam not working (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies from handlebar control (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

lower frame and rear swing arm slightly corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2015 32,606 miles

number plate deteriated

Fail 16 Mar 2015 32,605 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

number plate deteriated

Pass 31 Mar 2014 31,745 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 30,389 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,207 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 24,640 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 24,640 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 20,458 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 15,811 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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WX05 UBG is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX05 UBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX05 UBG registered?

WX05 UBG is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 21 April 2005.

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