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P440 RSF

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,080 mi
Last recorded19,080 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP440 RSF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 19,080 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear slightly rough when rotated

Rear tyre perished

Pass 31 Jul 2017 18,913 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear tyre perished

Pass 18 Aug 2016 18,476 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear nearside of the tyre perished

Fail 9 Aug 2016 18,474 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear nearside of the tyre perished

Pass 1 Aug 2015 18,422 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 18,396 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 18,336 miles

Advise,front tyre showing cracks on sidewalls but no cords exposed.

Fail 23 Jul 2014 18,336 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Advise,front tyre showing cracks on sidewalls but no cords exposed.

Pass 25 Jul 2013 18,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 18,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 17,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 16,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 16,623 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 16,341 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 15,687 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 13,897 miles

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

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

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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P440 RSF is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P440 RSF, 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 P440 RSF registered?

P440 RSF is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P440 RSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P440 RSF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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