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HY08 EHF

2008 Harley Davidson XL883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

7,308 mi
Last recorded7,308 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL8838,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 EHF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 7,308 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 7,248 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 7,179 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 7,162 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 7,033 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 6,943 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 6,858 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 6,660 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 6,564 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 6,372 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 6,192 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 5,700 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 4,927 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 3,982 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 3,982 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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HY08 EHF is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883 in Blue 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 XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 8,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY08 EHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HY08 EHF registered?

HY08 EHF is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is HY08 EHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 EHF 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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