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C228 URP

1986 Harley Davidson XL883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,557 mi
Last recorded26,557 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Harley Davidson XL88318,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC228 URP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 26,557 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 26,442 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 26,355 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 26,205 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 25,934 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,639 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 25,639 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 25,436 miles

no lights at time of test

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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C228 URP is a 1986 Harley Davidson XL883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C228 URP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 40 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C228 URP registered?

C228 URP is a 1986 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C228 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C228 URP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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