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N12 XLH

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,237 mi
Last recorded16,237 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 XLH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 16,237 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 16,225 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,197 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 16,059 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 16,059 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 14,668 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 14,227 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 13,775 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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N12 XLH is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,192 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 N12 XLH, 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 28 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N12 XLH?

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What year was N12 XLH registered?

N12 XLH is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is N12 XLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 XLH shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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