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S88 MEL

2004 Harley Davidson XL883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,297 mi
Last recorded21,297 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson XL8838,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS88 MEL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 21,297 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 21,294 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,278 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 20,849 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 20,752 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 18,077 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 14,056 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 14,056 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 9,664 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,771 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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S88 MEL is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 8,589 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S88 MEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S88 MEL registered?

S88 MEL is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 17 July 2004.

Is S88 MEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S88 MEL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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