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BL08 NZD

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Purple Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,978 mi
Last recorded15,978 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 NZD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 15,978 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 15,898 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 13,296 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 13,044 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 11,370 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 10,342 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 9,228 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 7,848 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 6,717 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 6,711 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 4,171 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 4,108 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 3,971 miles

dragon casting fitted to front fender

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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BL08 NZD is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Purple with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BL08 NZD, 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 BL08 NZD registered?

BL08 NZD is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BL08 NZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 NZD shows 13 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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