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HX08 XYG

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,240 mi
Last recorded3,240 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 XYG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 3,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 2,751 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 2,615 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 2,366 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2012 2,366 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 2,044 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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HX08 XYG is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX08 XYG, 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

How do I check the history of HX08 XYG?

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What year was HX08 XYG registered?

HX08 XYG is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HX08 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 XYG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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