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R438 AUA

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,920 mi
Last recorded25,920 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR438 AUA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2022 25,920 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 25,821 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 25,821 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 25,388 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front brake hose needs attention

Pass 13 Mar 2017 25,193 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 25,011 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 24,487 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 21,843 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 20,968 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 20,760 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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R438 AUA is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R438 AUA, 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 R438 AUA registered?

R438 AUA is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R438 AUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R438 AUA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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