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P458 VMJ

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,408 mi
Last recorded29,408 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP458 VMJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 29,408 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 29,235 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 28,003 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 28,003 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 26,417 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 26,417 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 24,185 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 20,551 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 16,375 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 16,375 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 11,631 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 11,631 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 7,855 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 5,463 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 1,281 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 20,224 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 19,961 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 19,151 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 18,135 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 11,133 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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P458 VMJ is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 P458 VMJ, 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 P458 VMJ registered?

P458 VMJ is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P458 VMJ safe to buy?

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