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2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster
MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,403 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?
Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.
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YP08 SCX is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Yellow with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 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 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 YP08 SCX, 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.
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What year was YP08 SCX registered?
YP08 SCX is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 8 May 2008.
Is YP08 SCX safe to buy?
The MOT history for YP08 SCX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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