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C855 XRT

1986 Harley Davidson XL883

Gold Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Harley Davidson XL88318,090 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC855 XRT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026
Pass 31 Mar 2025
Pass 22 Mar 2024 510 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 12 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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C855 XRT is a 1986 Harley Davidson XL883 in Gold with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C855 XRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 40 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C855 XRT registered?

C855 XRT is a 1986 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C855 XRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C855 XRT shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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