CarVerify

Free Car Check

R233 DNP

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi
4 checks still locked for this Harley-davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 DNP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025
Pass 24 Apr 2024
Fail 18 Apr 2024

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Rear rear tyre perished

Pass 2 Mar 2023 9,956 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 9,908 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 9,814 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,684 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 9,234 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 800 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 8,629 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 7,977 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 6,897 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
Full Harley-davidson Xlh 883 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R233 DNP is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R233 DNP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R233 DNP?

You can check the full history of R233 DNP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R233 DNP registered?

R233 DNP is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R233 DNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 DNP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R233 DNP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R233 DNP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.