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WR08 FOC

2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,868 mi
Last recorded8,868 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster7,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 FOC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 8,868 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 8,751 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 8,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 8,034 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 8,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 7,780 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 7,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 7,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 4,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 3,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 3,408 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 2,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 2,384 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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WR08 FOC is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 7,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR08 FOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR08 FOC registered?

WR08 FOC is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is WR08 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 FOC shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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