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NG08 LDZ

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

24,122 mi
Last recorded24,122 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG08 LDZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 24,122 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 24,120 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 23,600 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 19,768 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 19,768 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 12,580 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 7,637 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 5,608 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 5,545 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 5,545 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 5,398 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 5,175 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 4,755 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 4,220 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 4,215 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 3,558 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 3,347 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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NG08 LDZ is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NG08 LDZ, 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.

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What year was NG08 LDZ registered?

NG08 LDZ is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is NG08 LDZ safe to buy?

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