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BIG 8565

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

21,535 mi
Last recorded21,535 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 8565
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 21,535 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 21,507 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 21,504 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Has poor earth. By moving light intensity increases to normal. (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect colour for year. (0.1 (d))

Front Headlamp beam kicks up to right. Taped to prevent.

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 20,815 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 20,815 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 32,623 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 19,441 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 18,633 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 18,633 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2014 17,491 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 17,491 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2013 16,849 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 16,114 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 17 May 2012 16,114 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 10 May 2011 15,494 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 14,582 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 May 2010 14,582 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 21,924 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 10,253 miles

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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BIG 8565 is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 9,794 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 BIG 8565, 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 22 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BIG 8565 is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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