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R721 GGC

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR721 GGC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025
Pass 10 May 2023 330 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 264 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 262 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 156 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 539 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 539 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 5,398 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 539 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 539 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 539 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front caliper securing bolts very short

Fail 7 Apr 2016 539 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front caliper securing bolts very short

Pass 26 May 2015
Pass 20 May 2014

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

Pass 15 May 2013
Pass 31 May 2012 11,100 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2012 11,100 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 May 2011
Fail 19 May 2011

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 6,958 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 13,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R721 GGC is a 1997 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 76.2%.

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 R721 GGC, 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 R721 GGC registered?

R721 GGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 6 October 1997.

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The MOT history for R721 GGC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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