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2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster
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ExpiredMileage
28,016 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?
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YJ05 GCY is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,393 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 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ05 GCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was YJ05 GCY registered?
YJ05 GCY is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 31 May 2005.
Is YJ05 GCY safe to buy?
The MOT history for YJ05 GCY shows 7 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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