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L516 PWU

1997 Harley Davidson XL883

Pink Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,340 mi
Last recorded17,340 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XL88316,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL516 PWU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1997
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 17,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 17,317 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 17,154 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2017 17,154 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2006 13,169 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 13,169 miles

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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L516 PWU is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL883 in Pink with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 16,421 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 L516 PWU, 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 29 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L516 PWU?

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What year was L516 PWU registered?

L516 PWU is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is L516 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L516 PWU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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