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OU08 ESF

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,537 mi
Last recorded3,537 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 ESF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 3,537 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 2,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 1,783 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 803 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 140 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 88 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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OU08 ESF is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 OU08 ESF, 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

How do I check the history of OU08 ESF?

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What year was OU08 ESF registered?

OU08 ESF is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is OU08 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 ESF shows 7 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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