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HD54 LOW

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,039 mi
Last recorded6,039 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD54 LOW
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 6,039 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 4,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 3,353 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 2,274 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 2,050 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 1,982 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 1,923 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 1,794 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 1,674 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 1,674 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 1,520 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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HD54 LOW is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 8,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD54 LOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HD54 LOW registered?

HD54 LOW is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is HD54 LOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD54 LOW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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