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KV02 VBE

2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,656 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 VBE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026

Chain guard missing

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 15 Jul 2026

Chain guard missing

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 36,352 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 33,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 33,303 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2023 32,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2022 31,344 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 31,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2015 30,877 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2015 30,877 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2014 300,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2014 300,055 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2013 27,591 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 25,122 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,901 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 21,788 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,018 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 15,555 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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KV02 VBE is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KV02 VBE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV02 VBE registered?

KV02 VBE is a 2002 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 5 July 2002.

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The MOT history for KV02 VBE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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