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W781 XKL

2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,592 mi
Last recorded4,592 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,241 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW781 XKL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 4,592 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 4,529 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 4,096 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 3,629 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 3,629 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 3,273 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 1,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 1,959 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 3,091 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 2,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 2,770 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 2,557 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 2,557 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 May 2010 1,473 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 1,593 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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W781 XKL is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W781 XKL, 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 W781 XKL registered?

W781 XKL is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W781 XKL safe to buy?

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