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PL08 OTB

2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,403 mi
Last recorded23,403 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb10,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 OTB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxdb
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 23,403 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 20,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 20,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 16,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 13,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 10,941 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 7,058 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 6,798 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 6,612 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 6,340 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 6,079 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 5,830 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 5,521 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 4,978 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 4,488 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 3,909 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 3,219 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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PL08 OTB is a 2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PL08 OTB, 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 PL08 OTB registered?

PL08 OTB is a 2008 Harley Davidson Fxdb, first registered on 16 July 2008.

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