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R371 FBJ

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,598 mi
Last recorded22,598 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR371 FBJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 22,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 22,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 22,297 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 22,159 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 22,159 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 21,712 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 21,445 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 21,072 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 20,574 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 19,845 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,774 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 19,358 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 18,947 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 18,181 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 16,985 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 15,433 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 15,414 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 14,522 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 14,385 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R371 FBJ is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R371 FBJ, 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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R371 FBJ is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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