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YR08 HMF

2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,494 mi
Last recorded4,494 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R6,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 HMF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 4,494 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 4,264 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 3,587 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 3,587 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both side walls of tyre cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2023 2,969 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 2,565 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 2,382 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 2,305 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 2,256 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 2,225 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 2,092 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 2,015 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 2,015 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 1,911 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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YR08 HMF is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 6,708 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 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR08 HMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YR08 HMF?

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What year was YR08 HMF registered?

YR08 HMF is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is YR08 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 HMF shows 14 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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