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LC09 MZP

2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,814 mi
Last recorded20,814 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 MZP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 20,814 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 20,458 miles

Front and rear brakes binding

Front and rear wheel spokes corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2023 20,412 miles

aftermarket silencers fitted noise level ok during test

Pass 27 Apr 2021 20,359 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy none standard exhaust system fitted resulting in higher noise lever but not excessive for the type of vehicle (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 20,217 miles

Central Rear Inner Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of motorcycle structure corroded but not in excess (treat asap) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy exhaust pipes noisy but not in excess (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 20,217 miles

Nearside Front Inner Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak n/s/f fork leg has excessive fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Inner Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of motorcycle structure corroded but not in excess (treat asap) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Brake binding but not excessively rear brake binding on roller test (suspected sticking caliper) (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy exhaust pipes noisy but not in excess (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 19,576 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 18,347 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 18,347 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 17,989 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 17,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2014 16,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,529 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 14,441 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 11,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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LC09 MZP is a 2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 8,568 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC09 MZP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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LC09 MZP is a 2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 30 May 2009.

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