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GU08 VHL

2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,887 mi
Last recorded35,887 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb10,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VHL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxdb
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 35,887 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 34,909 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 33,390 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 31,988 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 30,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 30,454 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 29,897 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 28,888 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 28,474 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 28,207 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 27,792 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 27,050 miles

Belt guard missing

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 27,050 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Belt guard missing

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 15,784 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 15,784 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 May 2011 9,905 miles

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

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxdb?

Based on 8,892 MOT tests across 1,052 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,052
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
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GU08 VHL is a 2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 10,391 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 Fxdb fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU08 VHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxdb typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxdb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU08 VHL registered?

GU08 VHL is a 2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GU08 VHL safe to buy?

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