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DE51 DVC

2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,523 mi
Last recorded26,523 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,656 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 DVC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 26,523 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 26,514 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 24,941 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 24,915 miles

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 22,094 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 21,212 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 20,487 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 20,048 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Mar 2013 18,223 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 18,223 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 16,505 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 15,430 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 12,184 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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DE51 DVC is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DE51 DVC, 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 DE51 DVC registered?

DE51 DVC is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is DE51 DVC safe to buy?

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