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YJ05 ZSV

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

5,011 mi
Last recorded5,011 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 ZSV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 5,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 5,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 5,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 4,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 3,937 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 3,919 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 3,919 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 3,842 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 3,808 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 3,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 3,495 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 3,495 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 2,897 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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YJ05 ZSV is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 9,060 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 XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ05 ZSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ05 ZSV registered?

YJ05 ZSV is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is YJ05 ZSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 ZSV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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