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YN05 YJW

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,491 mi
Last recorded12,491 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 YJW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 12,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 12,288 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 11,546 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 11,495 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 11,387 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 11,243 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 10,457 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 9,797 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 8,508 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 6,256 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 4,742 miles

correct number plate at time of test

Fail 9 Jun 2012 4,732 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 3,391 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 2,805 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 1,778 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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YN05 YJW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 9,969 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN05 YJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN05 YJW registered?

YN05 YJW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 13 July 2005.

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The MOT history for YN05 YJW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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