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F45 UPO

1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Grey Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,851 mi
Last recorded23,851 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF45 UPO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 23,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 23,807 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 23,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 23,635 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 23,612 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 23,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2017 23,366 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 23,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 23,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 22,537 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2014 22,537 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 21,713 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 21,713 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 20,507 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 18,960 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 15,928 miles

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)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 15,928 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 35 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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F45 UPO is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Grey with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F45 UPO, 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 F45 UPO registered?

F45 UPO is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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