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XR05 XLR

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,357 mi
Last recorded7,357 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXR05 XLR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 7,357 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 7,356 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 6,826 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 6,826 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 May 2022 5,596 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 5,589 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 5,496 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 5,408 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 5,380 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 5,236 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 4,177 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 4,111 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 3,938 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 3,730 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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XR05 XLR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XR05 XLR, 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 XR05 XLR registered?

XR05 XLR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is XR05 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for XR05 XLR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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