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EX52 VXG

2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R9,547 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 VXG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2023

All lamps were disconnected at the time of the test.

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 14 Apr 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 14 Apr 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 May 2019 21,857 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 20,936 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 20,733 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 16,867 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 16,286 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 13,530 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 13,520 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 12,739 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,246 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 10,728 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 8,923 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 7,149 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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EX52 VXG is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 9,547 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 XL 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX52 VXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX52 VXG?

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What year was EX52 VXG registered?

EX52 VXG is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is EX52 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 VXG 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.

Does EX52 VXG have outstanding finance?

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