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R542 MGO

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,187 mi
Last recorded32,187 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR542 MGO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 32,187 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 31,223 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 31,223 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing reflector replaced (1.4.1)

Front Lower Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose bolt re tightened (2.3.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 30,787 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 30,787 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 29,098 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 26,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Oct 2012 26,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 20,819 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 18,837 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 15,543 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 12,440 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 10,001 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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R542 MGO is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R542 MGO, 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 R542 MGO registered?

R542 MGO is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R542 MGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R542 MGO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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