MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,177 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
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))
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))
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
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Non standard size rear registration plate fitted.
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Non standard size rear registration plate fitted.
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?
Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.
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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.
Is R242 EMJ safe to buy?
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