MOT Status
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23,844 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?
Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.
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R159 JKP is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
Across all 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,192 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 R159 JKP, 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 28 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 R159 JKP registered?
R159 JKP is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 July 1998.
Is R159 JKP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R159 JKP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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