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R618 BYA

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

17,083 mi
Last recorded17,083 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR618 BYA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 17,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 May 2025 17,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 16,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2024 16,901 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied brake pedal fouling on exhaust (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 16,494 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 15,941 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2020 15,941 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 15,914 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 15,914 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 15,875 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front BRAKE HOSE GUIDE MISSING

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit SIDE WALL PERISHING (4.1.3(i))

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2017 15,814 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2016 15,738 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 15,734 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 15,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 15,206 miles

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

rear wheel free movement stiff

Fail 31 Mar 2014 15,204 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

rear wheel free movement stiff

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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R618 BYA is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R618 BYA, 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 R618 BYA registered?

R618 BYA is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R618 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R618 BYA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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