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EEL 522T

1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

8,979 mi
Last recorded8,979 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEL 522T
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 8,979 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 8,788 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 8,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

custom built bike

Pass 17 Oct 2020 8,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 7,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 7,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 7,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 7,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 6,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlight mask fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2014 6,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 5,599 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 4 Dec 2012 5,259 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 5,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

rear tyre starting to perish on side walls

Pass 31 May 2012 5,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre starting to perish on side walls

Fail 26 May 2012 5,173 miles

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)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rear tyre starting to perish on side walls

Pass 9 May 2009 5,121 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 5,121 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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EEL 522T is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,119 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 EEL 522T, 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 27 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 EEL 522T registered?

EEL 522T is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is EEL 522T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEL 522T shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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