Harley-Davidson XLH 883

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 883 cc

T287 KAUMOT history

T287 KAU is a black petrol Harley-Davidson XLH 883 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 8,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
8,430 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2022
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T287 KAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Harley-Davidson
Model
XLH 883
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
883 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T287 KAU was last recorded at 8,430 miles on 18 May 2022, 830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
7,600 miles · 24 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
830 miles
Average per year
478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 8,430 miles
  • 2021 – 7,600 miles
  • 2019 – 5,595 miles
  • 2018 – 4,369 miles
  • 2017 – 4,327 miles
  • 2016 – 4,215 miles
  • 2014 – 4,176 miles
  • 2013 – 3,889 miles
  • 2012 – 3,706 miles
  • 2010 – 3,502 miles
  • 2009 – 2,793 miles
  • 2008 – 2,315 miles
  • 2007 – 1,925 miles
  • 2006 – 808 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    911966652858
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    181748524770
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    450923868441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    846780774076
    • Advisory************ DAY TIME USE ONLY ************
  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    614929177200
    • AdvisoryNo lights .. daytime use
  6. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    939813187267
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  7. Pass8,430 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    8,430 miles
    Test number
    436682251186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass7,600 miles (+2,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    7,600 miles
    Test number
    239321515353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Pass5,595 miles (+1,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    5,595 miles
    Test number
    957884262667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre has a naill in it
  10. Pass4,369 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    4,369 miles
    Test number
    332690258497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass4,327 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    4,327 miles
    Test number
    254951747570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass4,215 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    4,215 miles
    Test number
    840575069301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass4,176 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    4,176 miles
    Test number
    297427604474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass3,889 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    3,889 miles
    Test number
    467128433114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass3,706 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    3,706 miles
    Test number
    978803432107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass3,502 miles (+709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    3,502 miles
    Test number
    661370510250
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  17. Pass2,793 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    2,793 miles
    Test number
    560716979172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass2,315 miles (+390)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    2,315 miles
    Test number
    730415268185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail1,925 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,925 miles
    Test number
    164395167198
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
  20. Pass1,925 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    1,925 miles
    Test number
    811395967182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass808 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    808 miles
    Test number
    801770766107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T287 KAU

Does T287 KAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T287 KAU is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T287 KAU?
The MOT on T287 KAU is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T287 KAU done?
T287 KAU was recorded at 8,430 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2022, an average of 478 miles a year.
Has T287 KAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T287 KAU has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T287 KAU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T287 KAU find?
T287 KAU passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust noisy.

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