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FP08 KNS

2008 Harley-davidson XL883C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

32,406 mi
Last recorded32,406 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL883C7,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 KNS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 32,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 30,556 miles

cracking apparent around sidewall of front tyre

possibly louder than standard exhaust fitted

Pass 2 May 2019 29,942 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 29,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2018 29,242 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 28,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2017 28,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2016 26,805 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 25,865 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 24,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 21,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 May 2013 21,749 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 16,780 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 16,780 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 May 2011 11,969 miles

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

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C?

Based on 6,019 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 17
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FP08 KNS is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL883C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL883C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 7,353 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 XL883C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP08 KNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP08 KNS registered?

FP08 KNS is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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