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KX57 KVM

2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster7,818 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX57 KVM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 16,820 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 16,004 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 15,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

both front indicators obscured

Fail 18 Aug 2022 15,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

both front indicators obscured

Pass 19 Aug 2021 13,799 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 13,799 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 12,467 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 11,624 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 10,743 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 10,743 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 9,268 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 7,323 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 3,040 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 2,949 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 2,450 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 May 2012 1,628 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 1,141 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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KX57 KVM is a 2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster 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 2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 7,818 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 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX57 KVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 19 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX57 KVM registered?

KX57 KVM is a 2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 13 September 2007.

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