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G241 BRU

1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,516 mi
Last recorded33,516 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG241 BRU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 33,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Sep 2026 33,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2025 33,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2010 33,099 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 32,919 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 32,729 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 32,465 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 32,465 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 31,685 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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G241 BRU is a 1989 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 77.8%.

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 G241 BRU, 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 G241 BRU registered?

G241 BRU is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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