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P832 XGJ

1997 Harley Davidson XL883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

28,759 mi
Last recorded28,759 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XL88316,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP832 XGJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 28,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 28,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlight has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Pass 22 Jun 2024 28,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 27,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlight has a beam corrector kit fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread wear on centre line of tyre is down to approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 27,403 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 26,975 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 26,740 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 26,008 miles

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

headlamp mask fitted

horn works only when engine is running

Pass 22 Jul 2016 25,644 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 25,299 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2014 24,624 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2014 24,624 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2013 23,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 Jul 2013 23,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2012 22,102 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 21,148 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 19,119 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,417 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2008 14,482 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 13,062 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 8,852 miles

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

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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P832 XGJ is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 16,421 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P832 XGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P832 XGJ registered?

P832 XGJ is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 18 December 1997.

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