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YJ05 GGO

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,838 mi
Last recorded12,838 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 GGO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 12,838 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 12,621 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 12,161 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 11,545 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 10,331 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 9,492 miles

Rear EXHAUST NOISEY BUT NOT EXCESSIVE

Pass 10 Jun 2019 9,438 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 9,352 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 9,185 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 8,759 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 8,504 miles
Pass 5 May 2014 8,258 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 8,006 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,203 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 6,962 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 6,931 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 6,931 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 6,587 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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YJ05 GGO is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ05 GGO registered?

YJ05 GGO is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is YJ05 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 GGO shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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