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AB08 XCT

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,387 mi
Last recorded16,387 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XCT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2026 16,387 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 14,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 12,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 12,153 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 27 May 2022 11,370 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre old and perished

Pass 26 May 2021 10,824 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2020 10,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 9,387 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 8,718 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 7,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 7,045 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 6,331 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 5,054 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 4,381 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 3,583 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 2,693 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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AB08 XCT is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 AB08 XCT, 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 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AB08 XCT registered?

AB08 XCT is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AB08 XCT safe to buy?

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