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EX51 ZWS

2001 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

6,254 mi
Last recorded6,254 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson Xlh 88310,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 ZWS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 6,254 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 5,664 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 5,507 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 5,196 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 4,908 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 4,904 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 4,341 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 4,182 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 3,747 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 3,329 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 3,303 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 3,292 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 3,292 miles

Offside Rear 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)

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

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 3,259 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 3,209 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 3,209 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 3,187 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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EX51 ZWS is a 2001 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2001 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 10,702 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 EX51 ZWS, 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 25 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX51 ZWS?

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What year was EX51 ZWS registered?

EX51 ZWS is a 2001 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is EX51 ZWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 ZWS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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