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F473 GNW

1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

1,027 mi
Last recorded1,027 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF473 GNW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 1,027 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 632 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 25,447 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 1,650 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 1,650 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2021 1,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 1,620 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 1,436 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 1,436 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 995 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 995 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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F473 GNW is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 F473 GNW, 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 F473 GNW registered?

F473 GNW is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F473 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F473 GNW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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