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S821 RYA

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,544 mi
Last recorded15,544 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS821 RYA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 15,544 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 15,514 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 15,457 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front tyre has slight perishing.

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 15,388 miles

Front tyre has perishing

Pass 12 Jun 2020 15,339 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 15,252 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 15,178 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 14,812 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 14,658 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 14,204 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 14,198 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 14,198 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 14,198 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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S821 RYA is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,192 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 S821 RYA, 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 28 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 S821 RYA registered?

S821 RYA is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 29 August 1998.

Is S821 RYA safe to buy?

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