MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,886 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
No switch and no indicators fitted at time of test
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))
Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
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))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil forks (5.3.2 (b))
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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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Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
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
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?
Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is R308 AYB safe to buy?
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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