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FM08 KHG

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,525 mi
Last recorded15,525 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R6,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 KHG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 15,525 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 14,939 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 14,588 miles

Offside Front throttle slow return (bars right)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 13,376 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 13,376 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 11,536 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 4,430 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 7,728 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 5,347 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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FM08 KHG is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 6,708 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 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM08 KHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM08 KHG?

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What year was FM08 KHG registered?

FM08 KHG is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is FM08 KHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 KHG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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