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HD52 BOO

2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,364 mi
Last recorded15,364 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD52 BOO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 15,364 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 15,364 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 15,194 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 14,919 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 14,716 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 13,964 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 13,964 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 13,577 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 12,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 12,241 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 12,241 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements silver with black background not acceptable for this year of motorcycle (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 11,747 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 10,748 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 10,649 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 10,106 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 9,658 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 9,393 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 9,170 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 8,696 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 8,696 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 8,078 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 7,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HD52 BOO is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 9,656 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 HD52 BOO, 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 24 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HD52 BOO registered?

HD52 BOO is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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