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HX05 KHG

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,081 mi
Last recorded11,081 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 KHG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2012 11,081 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 10,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2010 10,235 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2009 8,623 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 8,623 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2008 6,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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HX05 KHG is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX05 KHG, 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 HX05 KHG registered?

HX05 KHG is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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The MOT history for HX05 KHG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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