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R661 CNC

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

16,416 mi
Last recorded16,416 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR661 CNC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 16,416 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 16,401 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2025 16,386 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 16,238 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 16,238 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 16,142 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 15,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 13,700 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 13,610 miles

front brake hose slightly stretched at full suspension extension

Fail 10 Oct 2019 13,608 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

front brake hose slightly stretched at full suspension extension

Pass 15 May 2018 13,363 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 May 2017 13,192 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 13,192 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 9,853 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 8,924 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 8,709 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 8,401 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 7,640 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 6,413 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 6,198 miles

tyres cracking on side walls due to age

Pass 24 Oct 2006 6,018 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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R661 CNC is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R661 CNC, 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 R661 CNC registered?

R661 CNC is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R661 CNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R661 CNC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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