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P231 XGC

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,803 mi
Last recorded9,803 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP231 XGC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 9,803 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 9,646 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 9,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 9,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 9,169 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 6,056 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 58,375 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 5,856 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 5,855 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 5,854 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 5,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 5,769 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 5,706 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 5,690 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 5,604 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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P231 XGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 13,840 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 P231 XGC, 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 29 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 P231 XGC registered?

P231 XGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P231 XGC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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