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FD09 EEP

2009 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

White Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

10,891 mi
Last recorded10,891 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster8,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 EEP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 10,891 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 10,613 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 10,487 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 8,106 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 8,084 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 8,084 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 7,209 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 6,374 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 5,336 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 3,833 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 1,341 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 545 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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FD09 EEP is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in White with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 8,672 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD09 EEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FD09 EEP registered?

FD09 EEP is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 1 July 2009.

Is FD09 EEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD09 EEP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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