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XL05 FAT

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,266 mi
Last recorded16,266 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C9,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXL05 FAT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 16,266 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 16,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 16,186 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 16,066 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 16,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth 1.1mm in middle of tread ! (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 15,974 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 15,880 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 15,275 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 15,275 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure Retaining clip missing! (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure Retaining clip missing! (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 14,695 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 14,302 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 13,849 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 13,849 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 12,628 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 10,429 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 10,326 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 10,326 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 9,589 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 9,083 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 8,205 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 7,203 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C?

Based on 6,019 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 17
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XL05 FAT is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 9,797 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 XL883C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XL05 FAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XL05 FAT registered?

XL05 FAT is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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