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X185 DDA

2001 Harley Davidson XL883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,620 mi
Last recorded23,620 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Harley Davidson XL88313,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX185 DDA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 23,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 May 2026 23,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2025 20,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 16,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 16,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 13,427 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 12,544 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 12,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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X185 DDA is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 13,095 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X185 DDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X185 DDA registered?

X185 DDA is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X185 DDA safe to buy?

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