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N708 DNA

1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,970 mi
Last recorded28,970 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN708 DNA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 28,970 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 28,908 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 28,854 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 28,801 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 28,746 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 28,701 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 28,631 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 28,522 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 28,475 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 28,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2017 28,349 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 28,214 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 28,056 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 27,961 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 27,835 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,761 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 27,553 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 27,384 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 27,130 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 266,533 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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N708 DNA is a 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N708 DNA, 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.

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What year was N708 DNA registered?

N708 DNA is a 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 18 June 1996.

Is N708 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N708 DNA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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