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K15 FTW

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,111 mi
Last recorded10,111 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK15 FTW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 10,111 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 10,048 miles

Central Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 8,965 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 8,013 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 7,995 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front fork leg seals (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 7,763 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 1 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 6,542 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 6,069 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 5,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 5,418 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 4,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 3,888 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 8,430 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 8,408 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 8,390 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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K15 FTW is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 13,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K15 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 29 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 K15 FTW registered?

K15 FTW is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for K15 FTW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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