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883 RUF

2002 Harley-davidson XL883R

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

5,705 mi
Last recorded5,705 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R8,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration883 RUF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883R
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 5,705 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 5,538 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 5,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 4,781 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 4,781 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 3,691 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 3,691 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 3,691 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 3,691 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 3,612 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 3,575 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 3,537 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 3,473 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 3,398 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 3,164 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 3,164 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 2,887 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883R?

Based on 906 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 3
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
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883 RUF is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 8,742 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 XL883R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 883 RUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 883 RUF registered?

883 RUF is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is 883 RUF safe to buy?

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