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J497 FYA

1992 Harley Davidson 883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1992 Harley Davidson 88311,759 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ497 FYA
MakeHarley Davidson
Model883
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlight pattern weak

Pass 18 Apr 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlight pattern weak

Pass 7 Sep 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlight pattern weak

Fail 7 Sep 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

headlight pattern weak

Pass 4 Aug 2017 1,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 1,073 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 808 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 206 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 206 miles

Front Horn missing (1.7.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 18,578 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 18,578 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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J497 FYA is a 1992 Harley Davidson 883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Harley Davidson 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 11,759 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 J497 FYA, 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 34 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 J497 FYA registered?

J497 FYA is a 1992 Harley Davidson 883, first registered on 22 June 1992.

Is J497 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J497 FYA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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