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YJ58 VJC

2008 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,568 mi
Last recorded42,568 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster9,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ58 VJC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 42,568 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 42,101 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 41,883 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2023 41,600 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 41,574 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 41,174 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 40,846 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 39,832 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 35,132 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 32,710 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 25,121 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 21 May 2015 25,121 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 20,837 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 17,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 16,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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YJ58 VJC is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YJ58 VJC, 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 YJ58 VJC registered?

YJ58 VJC is a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is YJ58 VJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ58 VJC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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