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K401 CGS

1993 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,334 mi
Last recorded21,334 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Harley Davidson XL88314,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK401 CGS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2025 21,334 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Front tyre made40-2014 Rear tyre made 40-2009

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 20,922 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 15,872 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 15,651 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 15,305 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 14,554 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 14,554 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 14,033 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 13,284 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 13,284 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 13,284 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,284 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 13,283 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 13,283 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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K401 CGS is a 1993 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1993 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 14,586 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K401 CGS, 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 33 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 K401 CGS registered?

K401 CGS is a 1993 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K401 CGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K401 CGS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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