1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Xl883 models manufactured in 1997, based on 135 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 MOT Analysis
The 1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 has an MOT pass rate of 83.0% based on 135 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,126 miles on the odometer. With a 17.0% failure rate, the 1997 Xl883 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 is Non-component advisories, responsible for 2.2% of failures. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Identification of the vehicle is the second most common issue at 2.2%. Motorcycle structure and attachments follows at 2.2%.
Top failures specific to 1997 models only. The overall Xl883 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Non-component Advisories | 2.2% | 3 |
| 2 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.2% | 3 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.2% | 3 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.5% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.5% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,126 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-component advisories | 1.30 | 2.2% | 3 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.30 | 2.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.30 | 2.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.87 | 1.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.87 | 1.5% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 has an MOT pass rate of 83.0% based on 135 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,126 miles on the odometer. With a 17.0% failure rate, the 1997 Xl883 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1997 Harley-davidson Xl883, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to non-component advisories: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 17,126 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Non-component advisories — 2.2% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on 1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Identification of the vehicle — 2.2% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on 1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 2.2% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on 1997 Harley-davidson Xl883 models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.