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PK08 SHX

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

5,464 mi
Last recorded5,464 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R6,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 SHX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 5,464 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 4,501 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 3,393 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 2,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 2,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 2,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 1,939 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 1,230 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 1,227 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 1,170 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 1,168 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 1,109 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 991 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 823 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 711 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 640 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 485 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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PK08 SHX is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 6,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PK08 SHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PK08 SHX registered?

PK08 SHX is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is PK08 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 SHX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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