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G18 RRF

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,498 mi
Last recorded10,498 miles
Recorded on18 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

RegistrationG18 RRF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 10,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 10,077 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 9,114 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 8,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 8,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 7,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 7,079 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 6,764 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 4,863 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 4,863 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 3,915 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 2,686 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 2,595 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 2,512 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 1,972 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 1,932 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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G18 RRF 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 93.8%.

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 G18 RRF, 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 G18 RRF registered?

G18 RRF is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is G18 RRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G18 RRF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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