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H63 VGP

1990 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,172 mi
Last recorded20,172 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1990 Harley-davidson Xlh 88317,593 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH63 VGP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 20,172 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front wheel screeches when spun. Unable to check rear brake fluid - fitted with aftermarket master cylinder cover. Side stand slightly insecure when up.

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 4 May 2024 20,172 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam When main beam selected dip beam illuminated. (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam When dip beam selected main beam is illuminated. (4.1.3 (b))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front wheel screeches when spun. Unable to check rear brake fluid - fitted with aftermarket master cylinder cover. Side stand slightly insecure when up.

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 19,709 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 19,687 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 19,134 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 18,252 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 16,740 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 15,588 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 15,040 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 15,039 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 14,535 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 14,535 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 14,396 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 13,852 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 12,359 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 9,765 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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H63 VGP is a 1990 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 17,593 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 H63 VGP, 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 36 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 H63 VGP registered?

H63 VGP is a 1990 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 4 December 1990.

Is H63 VGP safe to buy?

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