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RD07 REB

2008 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,585 mi
Last recorded35,585 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster9,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD07 REB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 35,585 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 35,585 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 35,328 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 33,792 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 32,890 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 31,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 30,844 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 29,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 28,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 26,136 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 23,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 21,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 19,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 16,999 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 14,365 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 14,365 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 10,554 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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RD07 REB is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 9,353 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RD07 REB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RD07 REB registered?

RD07 REB is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RD07 REB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD07 REB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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