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AE55 CYX

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,190 mi
Last recorded5,190 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 CYX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 5,190 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 5,167 miles

Exhaust noisy

Steering headbearing has slight free play Very Slight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 5,131 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 5,047 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 8,015 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 4,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 4,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 4,245 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 3,622 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 3,614 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 2,165 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 1,989 miles

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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AE55 CYX is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AE55 CYX, 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 AE55 CYX registered?

AE55 CYX is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is AE55 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 CYX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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