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F734 DFR

1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

132 mi
Last recorded132 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 88312,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF734 DFR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 132 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 956 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 132 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 126 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 94 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 67 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 41 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 8 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 43,010 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 42,747 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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F734 DFR is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F734 DFR, 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 F734 DFR registered?

F734 DFR is a 1989 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F734 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F734 DFR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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