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D8 BAO

2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

13,181 mi
Last recorded13,181 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 BAO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 13,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 13,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle grip (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 12,423 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 May 2021 12,422 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 11,486 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 11,455 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 11,436 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 10,745 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 10,220 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 9,898 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 9,898 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 9,498 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 9,498 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 8,826 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 8,826 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,899 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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D8 BAO is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 8,945 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 D8 BAO, 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 21 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 D8 BAO registered?

D8 BAO is a 2005 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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