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LF52 WJJ

2002 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,421 mi
Last recorded7,421 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster6,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 WJJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 7,421 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 7,010 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 6,852 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 6,711 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 6,518 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 6,518 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 6,170 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 5,595 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 4,624 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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LF52 WJJ is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 6,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF52 WJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF52 WJJ registered?

LF52 WJJ is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is LF52 WJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 WJJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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