CarVerify

Free Car Check

DS08 XAF

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Blue Petrol 883cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,248 mi
Last recorded12,248 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Harley Davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 XAF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2013 12,248 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 12,239 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 11,298 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 10,357 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
Full Harley Davidson XL883 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DS08 XAF is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS08 XAF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DS08 XAF?

You can check the full history of DS08 XAF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DS08 XAF registered?

DS08 XAF is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 16 August 2008.

Is DS08 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 XAF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS08 XAF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DS08 XAF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.