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R517 TYC

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Yellow Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

6,983 mi
Last recorded6,983 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR517 TYC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 6,983 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 6,983 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 6,951 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 6,945 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 6,940 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 6,934 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 6,932 miles

Nearside Rear indicator slightly broken but still working ok

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

Pass 17 May 2017 6,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 6,897 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2015 6,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 May 2014 6,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 6,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 6,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 6,548 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,040 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 6,040 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 11,638 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 4,635 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 4,365 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 4,507 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 3,885 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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R517 TYC is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Yellow with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R517 TYC, 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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How do I check the history of R517 TYC?

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What year was R517 TYC registered?

R517 TYC is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R517 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R517 TYC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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