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NK57 AYP

2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,168 mi
Last recorded12,168 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster7,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK57 AYP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 12,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 12,057 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 11,874 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 11,286 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 10,137 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 8,822 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 8,822 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2020 7,947 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 7,947 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 5,870 miles

aftermarket silencer fitted noise level ok

Pass 13 May 2017 5,716 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 4,988 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 4,949 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 4,391 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 3,795 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 3,479 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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NK57 AYP is a 2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NK57 AYP, 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 NK57 AYP registered?

NK57 AYP is a 2007 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 1 December 2007.

Is NK57 AYP safe to buy?

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