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R507 YKO

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR507 YKO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025
Pass 9 May 2024 20,591 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 20,591 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 20,591 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 17,238 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 16,964 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 16,858 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 16,709 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 16,563 miles

slight drag at rear brake

Pass 26 Jul 2011 15,994 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 15,087 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

Pass 7 Apr 2009 15,087 miles

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

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

rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

Pass 12 Apr 2008 14,384 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 13,981 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 13,344 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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R507 YKO is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R507 YKO, 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 R507 YKO registered?

R507 YKO is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R507 YKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R507 YKO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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