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R871 HGK

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,865 mi
Last recorded12,865 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR871 HGK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 12,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Fail 20 May 2021 12,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2016 12,272 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted slight fluctuation (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 12,085 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 12,085 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 11,062 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2011 11,062 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 7,611 miles

rear tyre has a nail in it

Pass 24 Jun 2008 7,683 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 7,088 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 70,760 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 70,760 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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

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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R871 HGK is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R871 HGK, 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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R871 HGK is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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