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AV09 XJF

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,731 mi
Last recorded7,731 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster7,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 XJF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 7,731 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 7,480 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 May 2023 7,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 May 2022 7,018 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 26 May 2022 7,018 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2021 6,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 May 2021 6,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 5,440 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 4,085 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 3,980 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 2,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 1,977 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 3,047 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 2,807 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 2,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 2,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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AV09 XJF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 7,918 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 XL 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV09 XJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV09 XJF registered?

AV09 XJF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 16 July 2009.

Is AV09 XJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 XJF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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