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E739 CVS

1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

39,077 mi
Last recorded39,077 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2012
Typical for 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 88321,421 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE739 CVS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2012 39,077 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 39,077 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 38,507 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 Apr 2011 38,507 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 37,637 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 37,637 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 37,030 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 19 Jan 2008 37,023 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Chain guard missing

Pass 18 Aug 2006 35,861 miles

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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E739 CVS is a 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 E739 CVS, 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

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What year was E739 CVS registered?

E739 CVS is a 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 16 May 1988.

Is E739 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E739 CVS shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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