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FP08 KNN

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,664 mi
Last recorded11,664 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 KNN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 11,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2026 11,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 11,499 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 9,236 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 10,561 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 10,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 10,096 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 10,096 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 9,717 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 9,583 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 8,628 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 8,508 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 7,907 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 7,318 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,611 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 4,906 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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FP08 KNN is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black 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 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 8,553 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 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 FP08 KNN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP08 KNN registered?

FP08 KNN is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is FP08 KNN safe to buy?

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