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H97 RWP

1990 Harley Davidson XL883

Green Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25 mi
Last recorded25 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Harley Davidson XL88316,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH97 RWP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 25 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 14,596 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 14,423 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 14,324 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 14,324 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 13,395 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 32,160 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 31,724 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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H97 RWP is a 1990 Harley Davidson XL883 in Green with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 16,466 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H97 RWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H97 RWP registered?

H97 RWP is a 1990 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 21 November 1990.

Is H97 RWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H97 RWP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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