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NJ08 BYR

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,071 mi
Last recorded27,071 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 BYR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2024 27,071 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 25,968 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 25,530 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 23,222 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 20,917 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 18,655 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2013 16,375 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2012 13,233 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 9,832 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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NJ08 BYR is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NJ08 BYR, 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

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What year was NJ08 BYR registered?

NJ08 BYR is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is NJ08 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 BYR shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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