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R713 CUB

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,337 mi
Last recorded25,337 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR713 CUB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 25,337 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 24,441 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 23,248 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 22,562 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 21,096 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 19,578 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 18,495 miles

engine oil leaks

Pass 10 May 2016 17,717 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 2,029 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 2,029 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 16,589 miles

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 16,142 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 15,770 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 15,770 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 15,525 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 14,762 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 14,100 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Oct 2007 14,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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R713 CUB is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 13,840 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 R713 CUB, 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 29 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 R713 CUB registered?

R713 CUB is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R713 CUB safe to buy?

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