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E189 VWU

1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,185 mi
Last recorded92,185 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2011
Typical for 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 88321,421 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE189 VWU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2011 92,185 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 87,386 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 84,197 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 81,405 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 81,405 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 73,044 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 73,044 miles

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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E189 VWU is a 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 21,421 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E189 VWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E189 VWU?

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What year was E189 VWU registered?

E189 VWU is a 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 13 May 1988.

Is E189 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E189 VWU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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