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DG02 GGJ

2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,656 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 GGJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2025
Fail 23 May 2025

Horn not working HORN REPLACED (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024

Headlamp & position lamp taped up at time of test

Fail 18 Apr 2024

Headlamp & position lamp taped up at time of test

Horn not working Wire to horn reconnected (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023
Fail 15 May 2023

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam main beam/dipswitch removed where one would of been fitted from new (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front rear stop lamp from front brake control inoperative and no switching device fitted so uncertain if such a device was fitted from factory man ref 4.3.1 presence and condition notes.

Pass 7 Aug 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Apr 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

lights not fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Nov 2016 7,206 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 7,154 miles

Nearside Rear tyre scuffed on side wall no ply showing advice new tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2015 6,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 6,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 5,852 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 4,809 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 4,183 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 3,828 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2010 3,828 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 3,828 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 3,828 miles

oil leak

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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DG02 GGJ is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG02 GGJ, 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 DG02 GGJ registered?

DG02 GGJ is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 March 2002.

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