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BV51 OAZ

2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Purple Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,612 mi
Last recorded15,612 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 OAZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 15,612 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 15,331 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 15,205 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 14,852 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 13,713 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 13,274 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 12,966 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 12,608 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 12,089 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 11,742 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 11,702 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 11,443 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 11,237 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 10,867 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 10,129 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 9,730 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 9,490 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2009 9,021 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 8,613 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,448 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,793 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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BV51 OAZ is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Purple with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 9,656 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV51 OAZ, 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 24 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 BV51 OAZ registered?

BV51 OAZ is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is BV51 OAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 OAZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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