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R308 AYB

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

42,886 mi
Last recorded42,886 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 AYB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 42,886 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 42,607 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 41,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No switch and no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 29 Apr 2023 41,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No switch and no indicators fitted at time of test

Rear Rear reflector missing PRS -Replaced (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 40,647 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2022 40,647 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 39,355 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil forks (5.3.2 (b))

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Fail 12 May 2021 39,355 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil forks (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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Pass 31 May 2019 36,824 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 35,434 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 35,434 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 32,557 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 31,378 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 29,579 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 26,803 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 26,774 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2010 24,169 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 20,165 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 May 2008 17,594 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 15,612 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 14,205 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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R308 AYB 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 76.2%.

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 R308 AYB, 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 R308 AYB registered?

R308 AYB is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 July 1998.

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The MOT history for R308 AYB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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