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FH02 HGJ

2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,343 mi
Last recorded2,343 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R9,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 HGJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 2,343 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 2,213 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 1,904 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 1,164 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 659 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test,Only used during daytime hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visability

Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,422 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fiitted time of test ,Only used during daytime hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visability

fuel pipe perrished

Fail 22 Aug 2012 15,422 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Chain guard missing

No lights fiitted time of test ,Only used during daytime hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visability

fuel pipe perrished

Pass 14 Sep 2011 707 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

brake light does not work when foot brake is applied

Fail 14 Sep 2011 707 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

brake light does not work when foot brake is applied

Pass 1 Sep 2010 24,938 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 23,025 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 21,052 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 18,618 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 16,437 miles

Drive belt guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 16,437 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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FH02 HGJ is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH02 HGJ, 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.

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What year was FH02 HGJ registered?

FH02 HGJ is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is FH02 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH02 HGJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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