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F981 DDO

1989 Harley Davidson 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,851 mi
Last recorded25,851 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson 88321,040 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF981 DDO
MakeHarley Davidson
Model883
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 25,851 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 25,810 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 25,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 25,212 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2014 25,207 miles

Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 24,708 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 23,871 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 23,074 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 23,074 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 May 2009 22,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 21,808 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 21,499 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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F981 DDO is a 1989 Harley Davidson 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Harley Davidson 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 21,040 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 F981 DDO, 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 37 years old, this Harley Davidson 883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F981 DDO registered?

F981 DDO is a 1989 Harley Davidson 883, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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The MOT history for F981 DDO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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