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NK55 DWN

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,738 mi
Last recorded6,738 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 DWN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 6,738 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 6,642 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 6,384 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 5,954 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 5,954 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 4,407 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 4,112 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 3,700 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 3,133 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 3,133 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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NK55 DWN is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NK55 DWN, 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

How do I check the history of NK55 DWN?

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What year was NK55 DWN registered?

NK55 DWN is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is NK55 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK55 DWN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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