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NK05 JVD

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,021 mi
Last recorded17,021 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 JVD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2025 17,021 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 16,834 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 16,624 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 16,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 13,243 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 8,757 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 8,741 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 8,285 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 7,963 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 7,955 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 7,825 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 7,283 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 6,790 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 6,092 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 5,221 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 4,255 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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NK05 JVD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK05 JVD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK05 JVD registered?

NK05 JVD is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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The MOT history for NK05 JVD shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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