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YJ05 GCX

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,072 mi
Last recorded33,072 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 GCX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 33,072 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 33,071 miles

Rear Position lamp not working rear position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working rear stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 32,619 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 32,192 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 31,449 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 30,765 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 30,765 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2016 30,188 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 29,545 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 28,883 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2013 27,983 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 26,957 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 24,740 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 21,361 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2009 15,024 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 10,245 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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YJ05 GCX is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YJ05 GCX, 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 YJ05 GCX registered?

YJ05 GCX is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is YJ05 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 GCX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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