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W731 SYB

2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,241 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW731 SYB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025
Pass 25 May 2023
Pass 20 Apr 2022

FOR DAY TIME USE ONLY

Pass 17 Mar 2021
Pass 23 May 2019
Pass 23 May 2018
Pass 26 Apr 2017

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016
Pass 6 Jun 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Jun 2013 1 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 17,191 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Mar 2011 10,378 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Mar 2011 10,378 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 10,305 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 9,593 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 9,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2007 8,455 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))

Fail 24 Jul 2007 8,242 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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 8 Jul 2006 5,427 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 5,158 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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W731 SYB is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 W731 SYB, 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 W731 SYB registered?

W731 SYB is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 8 June 2000.

Is W731 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W731 SYB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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