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SM16 UVT

2016 Harley Davidson XL

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,157 mi
Last recorded28,157 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Harley Davidson XL5,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 UVT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 28,157 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2026 28,147 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive belt pulley worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive belt so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 25,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 25,734 miles

Headlamp aim too low Adjustment restricted due to headlight cover (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 24,756 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive belt pulley worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Rear Tyre has cut but not deep enough to expose cord

Fail 7 Mar 2024 24,674 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components rear tyre rubbing on mudguard bolts (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive belt pulley worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 23,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

bolt inside rear mudguard hits tyre on suspension compression right hand side

gear shift rod worn

Pass 15 Feb 2022 21,298 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Gear lever clamp worn on shaft

Gear lever rod locking nuts missing

Gear lever worn on rod joints

Pass 19 Dec 2020 19,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 15,171 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL?

Based on 22,811 MOT tests across 3,589 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
502
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
3,589
On UK Roads
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SM16 UVT is a 2016 Harley Davidson XL in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Harley Davidson XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 5,893 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Harley Davidson XL typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this Harley Davidson XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM16 UVT registered?

SM16 UVT is a 2016 Harley Davidson XL, first registered on 8 July 2016.

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