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DG52 VJO

2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,305 mi
Last recorded7,305 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 VJO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2025 7,305 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed trapping between bars and tank (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported incorrect routing (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 7,029 miles

Rear Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 6,850 miles

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

Front front tyre sidewall slightly perished

Offside Rear pipes to oil tank slightly leaking

Pass 1 Jun 2017 6,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 6,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front front brake feels slightly spongy although on test ride the brake worked well.

Fail 17 May 2016 6,470 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 6,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2014 6,102 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2013 6,097 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 5,954 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 5,896 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 5,795 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 5,354 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 4,964 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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DG52 VJO is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG52 VJO, 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 DG52 VJO registered?

DG52 VJO is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is DG52 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 VJO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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