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J778 CYC

1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,975 mi
Last recorded9,975 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 88315,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ778 CYC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 9,975 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 9,315 miles

front pads on limit

Pass 4 May 2024 8,682 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 8,530 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 8,225 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 7,637 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 6,964 miles

exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 4 Apr 2017 6,768 miles

exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 22 May 2015 6,365 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 5,905 miles

tyres cracking up

Pass 4 Aug 2012 4,859 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

engine missfire

Fail 4 Aug 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

engine missfire

Pass 15 May 2010 4,050 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 3,813 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 2,965 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 1,445 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 810 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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J778 CYC is a 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 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 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 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 J778 CYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J778 CYC registered?

J778 CYC is a 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is J778 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J778 CYC 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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