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HX05 KHW

2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,667 mi
Last recorded16,667 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster9,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 KHW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2026 16,667 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 15,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 15,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 14,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 11,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 11,214 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 11,073 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 10,912 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 10,859 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 10,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate digits slightly undersize.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,161 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 9,444 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

headlamp aim set on lower limit . rear tyre tread more worn in center.

Pass 4 Jul 2011 8,486 miles

headlamp aim set on lower limit.

Pass 2 Jul 2010 7,259 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 6,439 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 5,127 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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HX05 KHW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HX05 KHW, 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 KHW registered?

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

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