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T287 KAU

1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,119 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT287 KAU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2026

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2025
Pass 31 May 2024

************ DAY TIME USE ONLY ************

Pass 16 Jun 2023

no lights .. daytime use

Fail 15 Jun 2023

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 8,430 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 7,600 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 5,595 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear tyre has a naill in it

Pass 16 Jun 2018 4,369 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 4,327 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 4,215 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 4,176 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 3,889 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 3,706 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 3,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 2,793 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 2,315 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 1,925 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 1,925 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 808 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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T287 KAU is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T287 KAU, 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 T287 KAU registered?

T287 KAU is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T287 KAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T287 KAU shows 21 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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