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M22 LEF

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,728 mi
Last recorded14,728 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R6,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM22 LEF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 14,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 9,114 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2024 9,114 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))

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 8,830 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 8,449 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 7,577 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 7,006 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 6,827 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 6,147 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 5,667 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 5,142 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 4,281 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 3,140 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 2,618 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 1,912 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 624 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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M22 LEF is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 6,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M22 LEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M22 LEF registered?

M22 LEF is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is M22 LEF safe to buy?

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