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EJ02 RCY

2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

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

RegistrationEJ02 RCY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2025
Pass 8 Feb 2020 865 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 605 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at time of test,daytime mot only

Fail 5 Nov 2018 601 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at time of test,daytime mot only

Pass 10 Oct 2017 383 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 370 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 278 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014

Front Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2014
Pass 7 Jun 2013 5,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2012 5,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 May 2012 5,944 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 5,815 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 5,815 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 5,384 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 5,384 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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EJ02 RCY is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 EJ02 RCY, 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 EJ02 RCY registered?

EJ02 RCY is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 22 June 2002.

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The MOT history for EJ02 RCY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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