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A17 DDG

1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,884 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 DDG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022
Pass 5 Aug 2021

All lights masked up at time of test

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

Fail 5 Aug 2021

All lights masked up at time of test

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2020

no front mudguard fitted

Fail 14 Jul 2020

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 19 May 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front guard fitted at time of test

Fail 19 May 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

no front guard fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Apr 2017
Pass 26 Apr 2016 1,436 miles

front mudguard missing at time of test

Pass 26 Jun 2014 1,404 miles

Front mudguard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 1,396 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 1,115 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 1,115 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2009
Fail 28 May 2009 375 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 369 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 369 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 295 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 May 2006 261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 May 2006 261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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A17 DDG is a 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 12,884 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 DDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A17 DDG registered?

A17 DDG is a 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is A17 DDG safe to buy?

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