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R514 KRY

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR514 KRY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025

Daytime ticket issued at tine of test and only to ne used in daytime with good visibility

Pass 15 Aug 2024

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

daytime has been issued and only to be used in daylight hours with good visibility

hand signals to be used

Pass 12 Oct 2023
Pass 1 Apr 2021

Rear Exhaust noisy Harley Davidson have similar resinance (8.1.1 (a))

Rear chainguard not fitted at time of test

daytime ticket issued reflector and horn are operative and only to be used in daytime good vissability

Pass 18 Dec 2019
Pass 21 Mar 2018 24,497 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 24,012 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 23,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 23,773 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 23,423 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 23,175 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 22,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2012 22,573 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 21,473 miles
Pass 31 May 2009 21,391 miles
Pass 4 May 2008 20,587 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 19,714 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 18,153 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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R514 KRY is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 13,840 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 R514 KRY, 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 29 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 R514 KRY registered?

R514 KRY is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R514 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R514 KRY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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