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F148 OER

1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,216 mi
Last recorded13,216 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF148 OER
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 13,216 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 12,989 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 12,989 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 12,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 12,732 miles

DAYLIGHT USE ONLY-NOT TO BE USED DURING THE HOURS OF DARKNESS OR AT TIMES OF REDUCED VISIBILITY

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 4,756 miles

DAYLIGHT USE ONLY-not to be used during the hours of darkness or at times of reduced visibility

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

exhaust slightly noisy

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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F148 OER is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 12,989 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 F148 OER, 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 37 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F148 OER registered?

F148 OER is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F148 OER safe to buy?

The MOT history for F148 OER shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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