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X981 VWT

2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Yellow Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,320 mi
Last recorded37,320 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,241 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX981 VWT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 37,320 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 36,308 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 35,103 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 34,311 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 31,992 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 30,750 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 27,224 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 24,517 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 21,207 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 19,642 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 19,642 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 19,555 miles

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Pass 8 Apr 2014 18,316 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 17,705 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 17,180 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 16,382 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 12,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 May 2008 10,438 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 May 2008 10,438 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,655 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 6,110 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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X981 VWT is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Yellow with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X981 VWT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X981 VWT registered?

X981 VWT is a 2000 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 21 December 2000.

Is X981 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X981 VWT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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