Harley-Davidson XLH 883

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 883 cc

P472 VMJMOT history

P472 VMJ is a black petrol Harley-Davidson XLH 883 first used on 23 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 3 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
3 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2014
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P472 VMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Harley-Davidson
Model
XLH 883
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
883 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
23 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P472 VMJ was last recorded at 3 miles on 25 Oct 2014.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Oct 2009: 9,397 miles, lower than 11,989 miles on 9 Jul 2007.
  • 28 Jun 2011: 859 miles, lower than 9,397 miles on 4 Oct 2009.
  • 25 Oct 2014: 3 miles, lower than 859 miles on 28 Jun 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
859 miles · 28 Jun 2011

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2014 – 3 miles
  • 2011 – 859 miles
  • 2009 – 9,397 miles
  • 2007 – 11,989 miles
  • 2006 – 10,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Shock absorber slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    577825917405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    262587116660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    633741519638
    • AdvisoryFront Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    848815500070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    884873737485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    853035823489
    • DangerousNearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    978154466965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    355680745531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    165309205261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass3 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    3 miles
    Test number
    595478994257
    • NoteFront mudguard missing

  11. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    319332373291
    • NoteNo front mud guard fitted

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    485647692122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass859 miles (-8,538)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    859 miles
    Test number
    998219471156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    9,397 miles
    Test number
    202507979234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    113191808264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,989 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    11,989 miles
    Test number
    883780997100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,552 miles
    Test number
    202424686446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P472 VMJ

Does P472 VMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P472 VMJ expired on 15 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P472 VMJ?
The MOT on P472 VMJ expired on 15 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P472 VMJ done?
P472 VMJ was recorded at 3 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2014.
Has P472 VMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P472 VMJ has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on P472 VMJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 4 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P472 VMJ find?
P472 VMJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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