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HD03 CRO

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

12,336 mi
Last recorded12,336 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 CRO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 12,336 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 11,747 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 11,568 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 11,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 11,469 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 10,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 10,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 10,159 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 9,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 9,411 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 7,382 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 5,143 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 5,087 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 5,042 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 4,866 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 4,866 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 4,697 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 4,155 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 3,793 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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HD03 CRO is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HD03 CRO, 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 HD03 CRO registered?

HD03 CRO is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is HD03 CRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD03 CRO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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