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AD08 GSD

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Purple Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,197 mi
Last recorded8,197 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 GSD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 8,197 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 8,107 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 7,989 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 7,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Dec 2021 7,976 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working foot brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 6,846 miles

NO REAR MUDGUARDS AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 31 May 2019 6,194 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 5,306 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 4,889 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 3,658 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 2,672 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 2,243 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 2,243 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 1,769 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 1,294 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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AD08 GSD is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Purple with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 8,553 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 XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD08 GSD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD08 GSD registered?

AD08 GSD is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 20 August 2008.

Is AD08 GSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 GSD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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