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PG51 MLF

2002 Harley Davidson XL883

Purple Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,342 mi
Last recorded18,342 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Harley Davidson XL88316,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 MLF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 18,342 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 17,657 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 17,657 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 16,908 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 16,518 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 16,515 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 15,918 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 15,420 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 15,420 miles

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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PG51 MLF is a 2002 Harley Davidson XL883 in Purple with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,980 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PG51 MLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 24 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PG51 MLF?

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What year was PG51 MLF registered?

PG51 MLF is a 2002 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is PG51 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG51 MLF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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