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LGZ 883

1986 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,093 mi
Last recorded9,093 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2023
Typical for 1986 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGZ 883
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2023 9,093 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

front tyre sidewall cracking

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2022 9,007 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced modified (6.1.1 (a) (i))

front tyre sidewall cracking slightly

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2021 8,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

both tyres slight sidewall cracking

no chain guard fitted

no front mudguard fitted ,rear end modified

Pass 28 Jun 2019 6,852 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 6,424 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. the front wheel is slightly distorted (4.2.2)

both front and rear tyres have perished sidewalls and are old ie made in 2010 and 2012

the front wheel spindle nut has been tread locked as there is no split pin hole in the spindle but fitted with a castlelated nut

this machine is fitted with aftermarket baffled exhausts

Fail 14 May 2018 6,424 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride the split pin is missing from the front wheel spindle (6.2.1h)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. the front wheel is slightly distorted (4.2.2)

both front and rear tyres have perished sidewalls and are old ie made in 2010 and 2012

Pass 8 Jun 2017 6,322 miles

LONG TRAVEL REAR BRAKE PEDAL

Pass 30 Nov 2015 5,588 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 5,575 miles

Rear brake pads showing signs of cracking.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 5,551 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012
Pass 12 Apr 2011
Fail 12 Apr 2011

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010
Pass 2 Apr 2009 9,994 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 5,528 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 3,548 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 1,806 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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LGZ 883 is a 1986 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 8,105 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 LGZ 883, 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 40 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 LGZ 883 registered?

LGZ 883 is a 1986 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 30 December 1986.

Is LGZ 883 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGZ 883 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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