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GL57 RXT

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,222 mi
Last recorded27,222 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R6,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 RXT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2026 27,222 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 26,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 24,632 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 23,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 21,280 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 21,108 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 20,964 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 19,884 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 16,760 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 11,819 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 8,758 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 8,718 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 8,005 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 7,208 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 6,638 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 5,851 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 4,747 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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GL57 RXT is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL57 RXT, 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

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What year was GL57 RXT registered?

GL57 RXT is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is GL57 RXT safe to buy?

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