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VX08 SVV

2008 Harley-davidson XL883C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,522 mi
Last recorded13,522 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL883C7,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 SVV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 13,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 5 May 2022 13,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 12,927 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements No switch to operate rear brake (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 9,528 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 9,256 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 8,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 6 Apr 2016 6,869 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 5,232 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 5,138 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 8 May 2014 4,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 2,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2011 312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2011 312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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VX08 SVV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL883C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VX08 SVV, 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 VX08 SVV registered?

VX08 SVV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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