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WM05 DSE

2005 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,482 mi
Last recorded10,482 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster9,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 DSE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 10,482 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 10,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 8,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 5,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 May 2022 5,299 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 5,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 4,972 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 4,673 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 4,249 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 3,794 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 2,715 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 1,712 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 1,701 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 2,912 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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WM05 DSE is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 9,388 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM05 DSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WM05 DSE registered?

WM05 DSE is a 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is WM05 DSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 DSE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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