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E939 CBU

1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,265 mi
Last recorded15,265 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 88321,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE939 CBU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 15,265 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 15,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2025 15,160 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 14,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 14,747 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 14,451 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 14,441 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 12 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Front tyre has cracks in side wall .

Fail 6 Jul 2020 12 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Front tyre has cracks in side wall .

Pass 24 May 2016 14,140 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 14,140 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 14,069 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 14,037 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 13,979 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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E939 CBU is a 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 E939 CBU, 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 E939 CBU registered?

E939 CBU is a 1988 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E939 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E939 CBU shows 14 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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