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R729 CUB

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

978 mi
Last recorded978 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 CUB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2024 978 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 924 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 905 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 622 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017
Pass 5 Jul 2014 25,684 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 25,211 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,911 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 24,667 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2007 20,719 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 17,953 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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R729 CUB is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R729 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 R729 CUB registered?

R729 CUB is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R729 CUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 CUB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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