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S874 EGJ

1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,988 mi
Last recorded6,988 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS874 EGJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 6,988 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 6,954 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 6,954 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 6,954 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 6,954 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 6,930 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2006 5,126 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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S874 EGJ is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S874 EGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S874 EGJ?

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What year was S874 EGJ registered?

S874 EGJ is a 1998 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S874 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S874 EGJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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