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R313 VBM

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

18,516 mi
Last recorded18,516 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR313 VBM
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 18,516 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 18,390 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 18,342 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 18,096 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 17,392 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 17,007 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 16,396 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 15,826 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 15,363 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 14,477 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 14,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 13,469 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 11,383 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 10,594 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 10,024 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 9,722 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 9,462 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 9,204 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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R313 VBM is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Silver 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 R313 VBM, 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 R313 VBM registered?

R313 VBM is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R313 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R313 VBM 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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