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T237 KBJ

1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,803 mi
Last recorded34,803 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 88313,119 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT237 KBJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 34,803 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 34,599 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 34,428 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 34,158 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 34,059 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 34,030 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2018 32,657 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 32,657 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2015 31,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp beam image poor.

Stop light switch on front brake lever operation poor.

Pass 1 Mar 2014 30,799 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 30,799 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 29,159 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 27,360 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 26,990 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 24,964 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 23,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Registration plate slightly small.

Pass 26 May 2007 21,101 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Numberplate is smaller than standard motorcycle size.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Original amber front indicators have been wired to illuminate with position lights.

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 25 May 2006 18,853 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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T237 KBJ is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,119 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 T237 KBJ, 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 27 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 T237 KBJ registered?

T237 KBJ is a 1999 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 10 July 1999.

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The MOT history for T237 KBJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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