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WX05 UFE

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Blue Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,769 mi
Last recorded15,769 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 UFE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 15,769 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 15,048 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 13,913 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 13,361 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 12,420 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 11,060 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 9,840 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 9,223 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 8,459 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 7,040 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 5,712 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 4,907 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 4,264 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 3,916 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 3,543 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 May 2010 3,543 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 3,012 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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WX05 UFE is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Blue with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 9,969 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX05 UFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX05 UFE registered?

WX05 UFE is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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The MOT history for WX05 UFE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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