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R242 EMJ

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,177 mi
Last recorded26,177 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 EMJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 26,177 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 26,177 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 26,037 miles

lights masked off

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 24,503 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 22,215 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 22,215 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2019 18,736 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 17,678 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 16,774 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 15,650 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 14,223 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 13,016 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 10,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Non standard size rear registration plate fitted.

Pass 16 Dec 2011 3,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Non standard size rear registration plate fitted.

Pass 18 Dec 2010 4,122 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 4,109 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 4,103 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 4,097 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 4,080 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 4,055 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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R242 EMJ is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R242 EMJ, 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 R242 EMJ registered?

R242 EMJ is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 5 February 1998.

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