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J562 HTU

1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

12,835 mi
Last recorded12,835 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 88315,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ562 HTU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 12,835 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 12,827 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 12,804 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 12,747 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 12,196 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 12,174 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 11,497 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 11,301 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 11,301 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 11,215 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 11,215 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2013 10,915 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 10,915 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 10,702 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 10,626 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2010 10,484 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2009 10,337 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 10,030 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 9,834 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 9,680 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 9,672 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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J562 HTU is a 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 15,436 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 J562 HTU, 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 35 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J562 HTU registered?

J562 HTU is a 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J562 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J562 HTU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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