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YN05 YLR

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

8,040 mi
Last recorded8,040 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 YLR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 8,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 7,440 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 7,314 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 7,272 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 7,168 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 7,132 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 7,021 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 6,744 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 10,449 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 6,218 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,747 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 5,837 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 5,476 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 5,423 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 4,350 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 3,447 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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YN05 YLR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YN05 YLR, 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 YN05 YLR registered?

YN05 YLR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is YN05 YLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN05 YLR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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