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2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster
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27,175 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
rear tyre slighty perished
rear tyre slightly perished
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
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)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?
Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WX55 VFS is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 WX55 VFS, 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.
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What year was WX55 VFS registered?
WX55 VFS is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 16 November 2005.
Is WX55 VFS safe to buy?
The MOT history for WX55 VFS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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