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R743 HGC

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Green Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,335 mi
Last recorded29,335 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 HGC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 29,335 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 29,275 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 29,275 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2023 29,002 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 28,690 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 28,690 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 28,558 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Oct 2020 28,558 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 28,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 28,113 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 27,714 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 27,128 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 27,050 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 25,688 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 25,192 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 24,813 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 24,005 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 23,314 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 23,314 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 22,661 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 22,566 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 22,392 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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R743 HGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Green with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R743 HGC, 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 R743 HGC registered?

R743 HGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R743 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R743 HGC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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