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X522 BPC

2001 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

432 mi
Last recorded432 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Harley Davidson XL88313,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX522 BPC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 432 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyre perishing sidewalls

Fail 20 Jun 2026 432 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyre perishing sidewalls

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected hangs up right lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2025 5,210 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 5,186 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 5,086 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 5,071 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 4,501 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 4,123 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 3,867 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 3,464 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 3,283 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 3,196 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 2,543 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 2,543 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 2,474 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 1,934 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 1,819 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 1,277 miles

Rear tyre tread is worn low.

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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X522 BPC is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X522 BPC, 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.

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What year was X522 BPC registered?

X522 BPC is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X522 BPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X522 BPC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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