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EU05 HCJ

2005 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

27,469 mi
Last recorded27,469 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XLH120010,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 HCJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 27,469 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 43,210 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 42,745 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 42,316 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 41,830 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 41,647 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 41,114 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 41,107 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Heavy runout inconsistent pressure (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 39,768 miles

Rear Slightly binding rear brake

Fail 7 Apr 2018 39,768 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle deteriorated and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Rear Slightly binding rear brake

Pass 25 Mar 2017 38,019 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 21,937 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 19,906 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 19,906 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 18,470 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 16,023 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 13,616 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 13,616 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 10,240 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 10,240 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 6,443 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 6,324 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 3,056 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XLH1200?

Based on 11,091 MOT tests across 1,080 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
373
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,080
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 92
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 63
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 39
wheel bearings have excessive free play 38
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EU05 HCJ is a 2005 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 10,230 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 XLH1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU05 HCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XLH1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EU05 HCJ registered?

EU05 HCJ is a 2005 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is EU05 HCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 HCJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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