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KX51 SXA

2001 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

21,191 mi
Last recorded21,191 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson XL 883R11,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 SXA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 21,191 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 20,762 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 19,538 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 18,764 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 18,394 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 17,460 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 16,131 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 14,454 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 12,512 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 11,519 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 11,519 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 10,789 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 9,734 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 9,521 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 9,182 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 9,182 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2011 8,673 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 8,268 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 8,268 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 7,827 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 6,709 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 6,273 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 5,610 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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KX51 SXA is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 11,296 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 XL 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX51 SXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX51 SXA registered?

KX51 SXA is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is KX51 SXA safe to buy?

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