Harley-Davidson Xl 883R
MotorcycleFrom 311 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 5 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 3 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 6.5% of Xl 883R failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £55.
Typical mileage
Half of all Xl 883Rs tested had between 7,971 and 21,800 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,616 median miles, the Xl 883R has 0.102 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Harley-Davidson Xl 883R MOT pass rate?
The Harley-Davidson Xl 883R has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 311 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Harley-Davidson Xl 883R?
The most common MOT failure on the Harley-Davidson Xl 883R is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Harley-Davidson Xl 883R at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Harley-Davidson Xl 883R is 12,616 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,971 and 21,800 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.