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J18 GPH

1995 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Maroon Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,031 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 GPH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted ,daylight use only

Pass 24 Apr 2024

Front no front mud guard fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear no rear belt guard fitted

no lights fitted day light use only

Fail 17 Apr 2024

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Front no front mud guard fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear no rear belt guard fitted

Front front metal brake hose rubbing on tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2023
Pass 9 Apr 2022
Pass 13 Apr 2021 784 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 737 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 651 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Jul 2015 19,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 18,787 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 22 May 2010 18,033 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2010 18,033 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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J18 GPH is a 1995 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Maroon with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 12,031 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 J18 GPH, 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 31 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J18 GPH registered?

J18 GPH is a 1995 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 21 April 1995.

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