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W549 RNU

2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Maroon Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

7,547 mi
Last recorded7,547 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,241 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW549 RNU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 7,547 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2026 7,547 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 7,249 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 6,651 miles

Front Front tyre walls starting to perish

Fail 7 Sep 2023 6,651 miles

Front Front tyre walls starting to perish

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 6,525 miles

Front tyre starting to crack

Pass 15 Sep 2020 6,269 miles

Front Tyre starting to crack

Pass 29 Aug 2019 6,115 miles

rider footrests slightly deteriorated

rear light has led bulb fitted - not as visable from side views - normal bulb can show more light.

Pass 5 Jul 2018 5,334 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 5,116 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 4,614 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 4,335 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 4,335 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 4,230 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 4,048 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 4,048 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 3,915 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 3,915 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 3,417 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 3,248 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 3,194 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 3,154 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 2,941 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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W549 RNU is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Maroon with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,241 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 W549 RNU, 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 26 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 W549 RNU registered?

W549 RNU is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 22 May 2000.

Is W549 RNU safe to buy?

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