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HD08 ROM

2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,886 mi
Last recorded13,886 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD08 ROM
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 13,886 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 13,050 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 11,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre cracking /perished

Pass 4 Feb 2023 11,713 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 11,337 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 100,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 9,858 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 8,941 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 8,544 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 8,544 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 8,405 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 7,394 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 7,394 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 6,109 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 6,109 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

FRONT TYRE PERRISHED

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 May 2013 4,395 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 3,954 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 3,317 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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HD08 ROM is a 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 8,121 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD08 ROM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HD08 ROM registered?

HD08 ROM is a 2008 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is HD08 ROM safe to buy?

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