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R630 RJB

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,714 mi
Last recorded20,714 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR630 RJB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 20,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 18,745 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 18,706 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 17,941 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 17,560 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 17,444 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 17,313 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 17,233 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 17,148 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 17,055 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 16,854 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 16,647 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 15,794 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 15,234 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 13,280 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 13,280 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 12,338 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 11,672 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 11,616 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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R630 RJB is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R630 RJB, 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 R630 RJB registered?

R630 RJB is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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