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R43 WWO

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,651 mi
Last recorded5,651 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 WWO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 5,651 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024
Pass 14 May 2022
Pass 22 May 2021
Pass 12 Sep 2019
Pass 17 Sep 2018

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Sep 2018

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 2,930 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 2,905 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 2,813 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 2,225 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 2,822 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 2,758 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 2,093 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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R43 WWO is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R43 WWO, 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 R43 WWO registered?

R43 WWO is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R43 WWO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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