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AY08 WDS

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,297 mi
Last recorded9,297 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 WDS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 9,297 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 9,224 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 9,164 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 9,075 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 8,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 8,855 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 8,644 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 8,072 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 7,386 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 6,534 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 5,930 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 4,798 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 2,793 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 2,394 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 1,272 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 989 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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AY08 WDS is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Orange 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 AY08 WDS, 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 AY08 WDS registered?

AY08 WDS is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AY08 WDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 WDS shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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