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P286 PDX

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,897 mi
Last recorded14,897 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP286 PDX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 14,897 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 14,863 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 14,821 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 14,758 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 14,222 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 13,281 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 13,266 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 12,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 12,901 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 12,354 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 12,219 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 12,012 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 11,595 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 11,408 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 10,720 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 10,264 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 9,742 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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P286 PDX is a 1997 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 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 13,840 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 P286 PDX, 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 29 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P286 PDX registered?

P286 PDX is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P286 PDX safe to buy?

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