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J289 DWY

1992 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

184 mi
Last recorded184 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Harley-davidson Xlh 88314,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ289 DWY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 184 miles

non standard exhausts

Pass 18 May 2019 96 miles

non standard exhausts

Pass 5 Jul 2017 3 miles
Fail 4 May 2017

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Registration plate incorrect black and white (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

this vehicle to be used in daylight and good visibility only (daytime use only)

chain guard missing

front mudguard missing

Pass 26 Mar 2015
Pass 6 Sep 2014 21,482 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 20,120 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 19,144 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 19,144 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 18,916 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 18,916 miles

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 18,516 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 17,850 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 17,437 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,812 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 16,486 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 16,258 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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J289 DWY is a 1992 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1992 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 14,207 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 J289 DWY, 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 34 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 J289 DWY registered?

J289 DWY is a 1992 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 17 June 1992.

Is J289 DWY safe to buy?

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