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LK55 EXS

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,335 mi
Last recorded11,335 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 EXS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 11,335 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 11,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 11,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 11,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 10,479 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 10,246 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 10,238 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 9,495 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 8,893 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 8,699 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 8,696 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 1 May 2015 8,477 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 8,046 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 8,026 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 8,026 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 7,996 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 7,948 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 7,689 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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LK55 EXS is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 9,969 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 XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK55 EXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK55 EXS registered?

LK55 EXS is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is LK55 EXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK55 EXS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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