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FG08 LUJ

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

21,146 mi
Last recorded21,146 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 LUJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 21,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 21,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 21,117 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 20,846 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 20,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 20,662 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 20,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 19,668 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 19,000 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 19,000 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,600 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,493 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2012 12,378 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 10,001 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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FG08 LUJ is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG08 LUJ, 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.

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What year was FG08 LUJ registered?

FG08 LUJ is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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The MOT history for FG08 LUJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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