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H98 JNK

1991 Harley Davidson XL883

Maroon Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,362 mi
Last recorded30,362 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XL88314,543 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH98 JNK
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 30,362 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 30,358 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering handle bars lose (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2025 29,666 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 29,654 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 29,639 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 29,631 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 29,572 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 29,481 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 29,273 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 29,099 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 28,947 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 28,940 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 28,799 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 28,715 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 28,503 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 28,181 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 27,779 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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H98 JNK is a 1991 Harley Davidson XL883 in Maroon with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1991 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 14,543 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H98 JNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H98 JNK registered?

H98 JNK is a 1991 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 14 May 1991.

Is H98 JNK safe to buy?

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