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AK58 DXP

2008 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,795 mi
Last recorded4,795 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster9,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 DXP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 4,795 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 4,587 miles

Rear Lower Torsion brace bolt missing.

Pass 3 Jul 2020 4,428 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 4,250 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 4,237 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 4,237 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 3,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 3,564 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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AK58 DXP is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 9,353 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK58 DXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK58 DXP registered?

AK58 DXP is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is AK58 DXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 DXP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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