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2000 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster
MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,354 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied damage to outer edge (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Horn not working missing (7.7 (a) (ii))
Rear All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock clutch cable trapped in steering lock stop (2.1.4 (c))
Throttle operating incorrectly throttle action stiff (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Nearside Upper Engine mounting/bracket missing engine mounting bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied damage to outer edge (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Rear Fuel tank slightly loose rear mount missing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside battery insecure
Nearside excessive oil leak contaminating rear brake
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?
Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.
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W49 WGP is a 2000 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 2000 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 8,984 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 W49 WGP, 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 26 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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W49 WGP is a 2000 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 24 June 2000.
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