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P820 SWP

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,083 mi
Last recorded20,083 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 SWP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 20,083 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 19,914 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 19,266 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 17,877 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 16,899 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2018 16,885 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 16,322 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 15,900 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 15,900 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 15,240 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 15,240 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 14,637 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 14,533 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 14,269 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 13,808 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 13,427 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 12,764 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 11,534 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 9,252 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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P820 SWP is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 P820 SWP, 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 P820 SWP registered?

P820 SWP is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P820 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P820 SWP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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