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BAS 895

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,382 mi
Last recorded5,382 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAS 895
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 5,382 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 5,204 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 5,067 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 3,689 miles

rear number plate small

Pass 27 Sep 2013 2,065 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 2,018 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 1,391 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 1,391 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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BAS 895 is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R 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 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 BAS 895, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BAS 895?

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What year was BAS 895 registered?

BAS 895 is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is BAS 895 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAS 895 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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