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P971 NCR

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,948 mi
Last recorded4,948 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 NCR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 4,948 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 4,907 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 4,905 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2022 4,745 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 4,483 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 4,357 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 4,341 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 3,980 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 3,643 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 3,474 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 3,269 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 3,142 miles

Nearside Front Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Oct 2008 2,654 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2007 1,734 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 1,734 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 8,043 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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P971 NCR is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P971 NCR, 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 P971 NCR registered?

P971 NCR is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P971 NCR safe to buy?

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