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P473 MSX

1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,884 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP473 MSX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2023
Pass 3 Jul 2021 5,499 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 5,499 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 5,499 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 5,499 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 5,499 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2010
Pass 24 Aug 2009 5,499 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 5,499 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 5,499 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 5,499 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 5,499 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2006 5,499 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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P473 MSX is a 1996 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 76.9%.

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 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 P473 MSX, 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 P473 MSX registered?

P473 MSX is a 1996 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 12 December 1996.

Is P473 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P473 MSX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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