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N842 CMC

1996 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

10,757 mi
Last recorded10,757 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XL88313,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN842 CMC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 10,757 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 10,180 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 9,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 9,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 9,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 9,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 9,154 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 8,895 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 8,656 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 2,948 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 8,016 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 7,595 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 7,387 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 7,144 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 6,819 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 6,819 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 6,548 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 6,363 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 6,360 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 6,221 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 6,218 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 5,963 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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N842 CMC is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N842 CMC, 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 N842 CMC registered?

N842 CMC is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N842 CMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N842 CMC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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