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T251 KBJ

1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,127 mi
Last recorded18,127 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,119 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT251 KBJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 18,127 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 17,858 miles

stop light not working from rear brake aplication

Pass 26 Aug 2022 17,365 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 17,365 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2021 16,498 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 16,498 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2020 14,519 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 13,657 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 13,586 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 13,514 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 12,713 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 11,388 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 11,200 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 10,859 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 10,044 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 8,812 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,812 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 6,598 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 6,598 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 6,527 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 6,441 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 6,423 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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T251 KBJ is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,119 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 T251 KBJ, 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 27 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 T251 KBJ registered?

T251 KBJ is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 4 May 1999.

Is T251 KBJ safe to buy?

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