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YA05 VGV

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,431 mi
Last recorded24,431 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 VGV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 24,431 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 24,400 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 24,376 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 24,364 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Front Brake Pads Contaminated With Oil (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Front Fork Oil Seal Leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing Rear Reflector Missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 24,265 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 24,028 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 24,019 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 23,324 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 23,248 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 23,239 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 22,874 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 21,919 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 19,168 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 17,320 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 15,976 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 12,649 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 10,992 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 7,449 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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YA05 VGV is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YA05 VGV, 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 YA05 VGV registered?

YA05 VGV is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is YA05 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA05 VGV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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