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SF57 DVT

2007 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,859 mi
Last recorded4,859 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Harley-davidson XL 883R7,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF57 DVT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 4,859 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 4,859 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 4,790 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 4,705 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 4,564 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 4,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 4,392 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 4,384 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 3,691 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 3,665 miles

Stop lamp not working Rear brake switch faulty (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 3,388 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 3,388 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 2,663 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 2,214 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 1,876 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 1,654 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 1,515 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 1,354 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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SF57 DVT is a 2007 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 7,568 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 SF57 DVT, 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 19 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 SF57 DVT registered?

SF57 DVT is a 2007 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is SF57 DVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF57 DVT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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