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RX58 HHR

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

19,036 mi
Last recorded19,036 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R6,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX58 HHR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2026 19,036 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2024 17,566 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 17,566 miles

Offside Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 15,883 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 15,871 miles

Nearside Brake lever insecure c clip missing (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2022 14,990 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 14,206 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 14,206 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 12,354 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 12,350 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle Sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 10,066 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 10,066 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 7,513 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 7,513 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 4,816 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 1,820 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 1,628 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 1,391 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 1,174 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 765 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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RX58 HHR is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX58 HHR, 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.

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What year was RX58 HHR registered?

RX58 HHR is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is RX58 HHR safe to buy?

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