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AB08 XDA

2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,947 mi
Last recorded15,947 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XDA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 15,947 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 15,846 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 14,673 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 12,468 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 12,183 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 12,169 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 11,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 9,699 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 9,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2016 8,483 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 7,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 7,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 6,539 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 5,868 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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AB08 XDA is a 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 8,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AB08 XDA, 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 18 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AB08 XDA registered?

AB08 XDA is a 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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