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P579 LYB

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

13,365 mi
Last recorded13,365 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP579 LYB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 13,365 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 13,323 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 12,900 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 12,864 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 12,834 miles

Front Brake cable slightly loose (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 12,793 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 12,702 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 12,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 15,541 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 12,458 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 12,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 11,864 miles

cut in rear tyre, but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Pass 4 Oct 2013 10,879 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 10,438 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 9,474 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 8,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 30 Jun 2009 7,904 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 5,710 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 56,918 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 4,365 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 4,077 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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P579 LYB is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P579 LYB, 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 P579 LYB registered?

P579 LYB is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P579 LYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P579 LYB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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