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SD08 NPA

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,110 mi
Last recorded22,110 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 NPA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 22,110 miles

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 22,075 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 21,980 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 21,946 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 21,946 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 21,805 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 21,207 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 21,124 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 20,970 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 20,970 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2016 19,833 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 8,375 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 67,988 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 14,934 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 12,398 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 10,038 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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SD08 NPA is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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

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 SD08 NPA, 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.

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What year was SD08 NPA registered?

SD08 NPA is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is SD08 NPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 NPA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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