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FP08 KNJ

2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,730 mi
Last recorded10,730 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster7,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 KNJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 10,730 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 10,343 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 10,343 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 8,721 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 8,606 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 8,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 6,740 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 6,071 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 6,071 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 5,016 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 1,868 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 1,868 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 1,250 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 763 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 400 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 390 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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FP08 KNJ is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 7,625 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 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP08 KNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP08 KNJ registered?

FP08 KNJ is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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