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OU08 HRL

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,524 mi
Last recorded13,524 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 HRL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2025 13,524 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 12,684 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 11,232 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 11,219 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 11,043 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 10,754 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 10,541 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 9,847 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 9,801 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 8,817 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 8,222 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 7,954 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 6,664 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 5,311 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 4,511 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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OU08 HRL is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 8,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 HRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 HRL registered?

OU08 HRL is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 12 July 2008.

Is OU08 HRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 HRL shows 15 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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