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N217 EYB

1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,578 mi
Last recorded17,578 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN217 EYB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 17,578 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 17,548 miles
Fail 24 May 2025 17,548 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 21 May 2024 17,351 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 17,351 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 17,299 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 17,299 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2022 17,021 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 17,021 miles

Offside Handlebar grip missing (2.2.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 16,789 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 16,003 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 15,633 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 15,374 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 15,374 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 15,322 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 15,288 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 14,424 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 14,424 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 12,688 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 11,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 11,163 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 10,842 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 10,727 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 10,454 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 10,260 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 9,511 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 9,300 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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N217 EYB is a 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 12,884 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 N217 EYB, 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 30 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 N217 EYB?

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What year was N217 EYB registered?

N217 EYB is a 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N217 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N217 EYB shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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