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LG58 XBS

2008 Harley Davidson Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,629 mi
Last recorded26,629 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster9,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 XBS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 26,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 26,216 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 25,906 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 24,276 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 22,556 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 21,659 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2020 21,994 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 17,824 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 17,781 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 14,413 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 11,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,801 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 8,894 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 7,467 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 7,463 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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LG58 XBS is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 9,353 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG58 XBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG58 XBS registered?

LG58 XBS is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 2 September 2008.

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