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WX05 VUB

2005 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,151 mi
Last recorded26,151 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883R8,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 VUB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 26,151 miles

handlebars very narrow and angled forward hindering vehicles handling

Fail 14 May 2026 42,089 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock brake hose gets squat (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

handlebars very narrow and angled forward hindering vehicles handling

Pass 11 Oct 2024 42,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 25,832 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,616 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 25,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 25,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 23,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 21,779 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 20,213 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 18,534 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 16,266 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 13,995 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 13,993 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 11,304 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 11,304 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 9,692 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 9,692 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 7,958 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 5,729 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 4,832 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 4,147 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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WX05 VUB is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,982 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 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX05 VUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WX05 VUB?

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What year was WX05 VUB registered?

WX05 VUB is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is WX05 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 VUB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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