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K559 NHF

1991 Harley Davidson XL883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,170 mi
Last recorded15,170 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XL88314,543 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK559 NHF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 15,170 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 15,121 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 15,118 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 14,756 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 14,711 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 14,636 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 14,411 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 14,397 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 14,087 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 14,062 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Apr 2006 14,050 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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K559 NHF is a 1991 Harley Davidson XL883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 K559 NHF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K559 NHF?

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What year was K559 NHF registered?

K559 NHF is a 1991 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is K559 NHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K559 NHF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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