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LJ05 SYE

2005 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,857 mi
Last recorded15,857 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL1200C12,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SYE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 15,857 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2024 15,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 15,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 15,179 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 14,648 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake light switch slightly stricky

Pass 19 Mar 2014 14,453 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 13,574 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 11,940 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 8,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2009 3,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 3,853 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 3,368 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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LJ05 SYE is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Blue 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 XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 12,761 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 SYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ05 SYE registered?

LJ05 SYE is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 2 May 2005.

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