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H3 PAV

1991 Harley Davidson XL883

Gold Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,269 mi
Last recorded3,269 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XL88314,543 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 PAV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1991
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 3,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 3,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2024 2,462 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 2,058 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 1,925 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 1,543 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 863 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018
Pass 17 Aug 2016 1,993 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015
Pass 1 May 2013 1,795 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 1,557 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 1,557 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 880 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 634 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 561 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 561 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 4 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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H3 PAV is a 1991 Harley Davidson XL883 in Gold with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 14,543 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H3 PAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H3 PAV registered?

H3 PAV is a 1991 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 5 August 1991.

Is H3 PAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H3 PAV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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