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WX54 XYV

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,323 mi
Last recorded21,323 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX54 XYV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 21,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 21,135 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 20,887 miles

drive belt perished

lights masked at time of test daytime mot

Pass 27 Nov 2020 19,934 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 19,015 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 17,803 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,654 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 14,415 miles

no lights fitted at time of test, daytime use only

rear tyre worn close to limit

Pass 1 Jun 2015 13,438 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 23 May 2014 13,241 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Mar 2013 13,180 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Mar 2012 12,950 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Mar 2011 12,157 miles

lights masked and disconnected at time of test

Pass 1 Feb 2010 10,771 miles

At time of test lights were masked and disconnected

exhausts slightly louder than standard but not excessive

Pass 13 Feb 2009 8,197 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 8,197 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2008 7,622 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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WX54 XYV is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WX54 XYV, 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 WX54 XYV registered?

WX54 XYV is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 11 February 2005.

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The MOT history for WX54 XYV 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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