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R123 MGC

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,715 mi
Last recorded17,715 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 MGC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 17,715 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 25,449 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 15,722 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 15,621 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 14,458 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 13,958 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 12,085 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 10,501 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 10,501 miles

Drive belt excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 10,432 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 9,854 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 9,045 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 8,263 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 7,403 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 5,606 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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R123 MGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R123 MGC, 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 R123 MGC registered?

R123 MGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 18 November 1997.

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The MOT history for R123 MGC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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