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G13 FTW

1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,569 mi
Last recorded37,569 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG13 FTW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 37,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 33,032 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 26,483 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 25,358 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 24,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 24,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 24,100 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 24,100 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2017
Pass 21 Jan 2014 44,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,804 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 41,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 39,713 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 39,712 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 36,902 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jan 2009 34,521 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

left grip has slight movement

rear number plate will need to be replaced soon backing just starting to peel

Fail 19 Jan 2009 34,521 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

left grip has slight movement

rear number plate will need to be replaced soon backing just starting to peel

Pass 22 Jan 2008 32,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Oct 2006 28,296 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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G13 FTW is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G13 FTW, 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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G13 FTW is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 14 October 1999.

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