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SM08 FFN

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,909 mi
Last recorded8,909 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 FFN
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 8,909 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 8,783 miles

Brake binding but not excessively All (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 8,508 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 8,491 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 8,156 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 8,124 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 8,124 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 6,770 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 6,104 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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SM08 FFN is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM08 FFN, 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 SM08 FFN registered?

SM08 FFN is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for SM08 FFN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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