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N250 MWR

1996 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,392 mi
Last recorded15,392 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XL88313,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN250 MWR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 15,392 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 15,378 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 15,348 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 155,255 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 155,255 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 15,134 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 14,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2009 13,532 miles

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 23 Apr 2009 13,532 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 12,683 miles

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 12 Apr 2008 12,683 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 11,694 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2006 11,217 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 6 Apr 2006 11,217 miles

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)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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N250 MWR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N250 MWR, 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 N250 MWR registered?

N250 MWR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N250 MWR safe to buy?

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