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T842 TYA

1999 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

White Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster10,733 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT842 TYA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025
Pass 22 Mar 2024

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

no lights fitted bike should only be used in daylight hours

Fail 22 Mar 2024

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

no lights fitted bike should only be used in daylight hours

Pass 12 May 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 May 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 3,405 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 3,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 3,357 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 3,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 3,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 3,024 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 2,878 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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T842 TYA is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in White with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 10,733 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 XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T842 TYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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T842 TYA is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is T842 TYA safe to buy?

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