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VO52 CYC

2002 Harley-davidson XL883R

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,750 mi
Last recorded13,750 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R8,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO52 CYC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883R
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 13,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 13,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 12,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 12,339 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2019 12,339 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 11,198 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 10,875 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 10,870 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 21 May 2015 9,595 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 9,307 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 6,856 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 6,856 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 4,391 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 4,391 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 2,500 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 747 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 12,687 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,005 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 7,687 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883R?

Based on 906 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 3
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
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VO52 CYC is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 8,742 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 XL883R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VO52 CYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VO52 CYC registered?

VO52 CYC is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL883R, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is VO52 CYC safe to buy?

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