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GJ09 VBP

2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,925 mi
Last recorded15,925 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport7,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 VBP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 15,925 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 15,253 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 14,110 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 12,808 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 11,384 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 11,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jan 2021 11,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 9,981 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2016 9,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 9,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 8,695 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 7,305 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2013 3,019 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport?

Based on 16,429 MOT tests across 1,340 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
482
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 50
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 47
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
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GJ09 VBP is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 7,942 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 1200 C Custom Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ09 VBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJ09 VBP registered?

GJ09 VBP is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is GJ09 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ09 VBP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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