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F23 ENG

1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Maroon Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,989 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF23 ENG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025

No lights fitted at time of test - Daytime use only.

Pass 9 May 2024
Pass 26 May 2023

No lights fitted at time of test - Daytime use only.

Pass 5 May 2022

No lights fitted at time of test - DAYTIME USE ONLY.

Pass 23 Apr 2021

No lights fitted at time of test - DAYTIME use only.

Pass 18 Oct 2019

No lights fitted at time of test - Daytime use only.

Pass 22 May 2018

Exhaust Noisy.

No lights fitted at time of test - Daytime use only.

Pass 25 Apr 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

No Lights Fitted At Time Of Test

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

daytime use only

Fail 8 Feb 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a)

Pass 8 Feb 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2008

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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F23 ENG is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Maroon with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 F23 ENG, 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 F23 ENG registered?

F23 ENG is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is F23 ENG safe to buy?

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