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D353 RYA

1987 Harley Davidson 883

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

1,145 mi
Last recorded1,145 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Harley Davidson 88311,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD353 RYA
MakeHarley Davidson
Model883
Year1987
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 1,145 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 973 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 10 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 13,046 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 12,463 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 11,625 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 11,208 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 10,825 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 10,367 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 9,938 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2013 9,429 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 8,429 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 6,669 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 5,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 5,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 5,260 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson 883?

Based on 2,024 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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D353 RYA is a 1987 Harley Davidson 883 in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1987 Harley Davidson 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 11,208 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D353 RYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Harley Davidson 883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D353 RYA registered?

D353 RYA is a 1987 Harley Davidson 883, first registered on 6 May 1987.

Is D353 RYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D353 RYA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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