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V207 KVH

1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

31,120 mi
Last recorded31,120 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,119 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV207 KVH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 31,120 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed Hose on master cylinder end of pipe/hose assembly slightly chaffed, adjusted away as best possible at time of test to prevent further contact. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 30,806 miles

Breather on OS Base of fuel tank perished but no fluid leaking at time of test.

Slice across Front tyre but no reinforcement materials exposed.

Pass 22 Aug 2023 30,629 miles

Slice across Front tyre but no canvas or cords exposed.

Fail 22 Aug 2023 30,629 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Slice across Front tyre but no canvas or cords exposed.

Pass 24 Aug 2022 30,421 miles

Various vacuum pipes/hoses perished around base of fuel tank / carb area but no fluid leaks found at time of test.

Fail 24 Aug 2022 30,421 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Various vacuum pipes/hoses perished around base of fuel tank / carb area but no fluid leaks found at time of test.

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 30,165 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 29,940 miles

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

Rear exhaust section has 1x missing fixing but is still secure.

Pass 3 Jul 2019 29,525 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 28,985 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 28,349 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 28,349 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 28,016 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 27,782 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 27,127 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 27,127 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 8 May 2013 25,959 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2011 24,316 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 20,513 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2009 18,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 22 Sep 2009 18,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 15,990 miles

petrol cap is of a poor fit

Fail 9 Oct 2008 15,983 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

petrol cap is of a poor fit

Pass 5 Sep 2007 13,317 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2006 10,414 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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V207 KVH is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 V207 KVH, 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 V207 KVH registered?

V207 KVH is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V207 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V207 KVH shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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