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FX55 OJU

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,590 mi
Last recorded13,590 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 OJU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 13,590 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 13,478 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 13,168 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 12,602 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 12,602 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 11,972 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 11,395 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 9,202 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 7,019 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 10,796 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 10,515 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 10,328 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 9,789 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 8,769 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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FX55 OJU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX55 OJU, 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 FX55 OJU registered?

FX55 OJU is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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The MOT history for FX55 OJU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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