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BF58 ZFM

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,441 mi
Last recorded8,441 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 ZFM
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 8,441 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 8,416 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 7,693 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 7,661 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2020 6,512 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 10,202 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 6,030 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 5,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 4,044 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 4,044 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 2,263 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 1,741 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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BF58 ZFM is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BF58 ZFM, 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

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What year was BF58 ZFM registered?

BF58 ZFM is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is BF58 ZFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 ZFM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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