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R491 ADX

1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,840 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 ADX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2025
Pass 4 Oct 2023

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2020

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Apr 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2015
Pass 4 Apr 2014
Pass 4 Sep 2013 17,896 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 17,866 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 17,846 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 May 2010 17,693 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 17,509 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 17,300 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 16,971 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,754 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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R491 ADX is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R491 ADX, 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 R491 ADX registered?

R491 ADX is a 1997 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R491 ADX safe to buy?

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