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OY58 UWB

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Grey Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,592 mi
Last recorded18,592 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster8,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY58 UWB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 18,592 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 17,887 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 17,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 16,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 15,996 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 15,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 15,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 14,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 13,076 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 11,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 10,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 9,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

small registration plate fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2014 8,254 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 5,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 4,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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OY58 UWB is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Grey with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OY58 UWB, 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 OY58 UWB registered?

OY58 UWB is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 20 October 2008.

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The MOT history for OY58 UWB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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