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N15 USA

1996 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,669 mi
Last recorded16,669 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XL88313,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN15 USA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 16,669 miles

none standard silencers fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2018 16,497 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 16,295 miles

Central Rear Lower none standard exhaust fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2016 15,854 miles

none standard exhaust fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2015 15,001 miles

none standard exhausts fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2014 14,257 miles

none standard exhaust fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2012 13,885 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2011 130,072 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 130,072 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 11,710 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 10,722 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 10,189 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 10,189 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 18 Sep 2007 9,591 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 9,591 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 9,117 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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N15 USA is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 13,692 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 N15 USA, 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 30 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N15 USA registered?

N15 USA is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N15 USA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N15 USA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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