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P299 VUY

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,362 mi
Last recorded12,362 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP299 VUY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 12,362 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 12,214 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 12,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Offside pad (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2015 12,113 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 11,984 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 11,842 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 11,758 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 11,442 miles

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

could not see condition of front inner pad

near side of front tyre slighty un even.

Pass 16 Oct 2009 11,185 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 10,942 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 10,942 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 10,518 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 9,917 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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P299 VUY is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 P299 VUY, 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 P299 VUY registered?

P299 VUY is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 27 May 1997.

Is P299 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P299 VUY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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