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F383 DFR

1988 Harley Davidson 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,108 mi
Last recorded10,108 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Harley Davidson 88321,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF383 DFR
MakeHarley Davidson
Model883
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 10,108 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 10,108 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 9,917 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 9,914 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 9,894 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 9,883 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 9,820 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 9,662 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 9,599 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 9,599 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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F383 DFR is a 1988 Harley Davidson 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1988 Harley Davidson 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 21,341 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 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F383 DFR, 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 38 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 F383 DFR registered?

F383 DFR is a 1988 Harley Davidson 883, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F383 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F383 DFR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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