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SV57 KKH

2008 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,128 mi
Last recorded13,128 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster9,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV57 KKH
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 13,128 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 12,592 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 11,645 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 10,412 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 9,358 miles

very light roughness in front wheel bearing.

Pass 14 Jul 2020 8,453 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 8,453 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 7,404 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 6,731 miles

after market exhaust fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2017 6,166 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 6,110 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 5,884 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 4,697 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2011 3,204 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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SV57 KKH is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SV57 KKH, 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 SV57 KKH registered?

SV57 KKH is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SV57 KKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV57 KKH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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