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LG59 YHC

2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,453 mi
Last recorded25,453 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster7,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 YHC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 25,453 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 25,356 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 25,102 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 35,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 16,142 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 16,109 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 15,605 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 13,409 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 13,046 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. all (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit approx 2mm (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. all (4.2.1b)

Rear rear pulley showing wear

Fail 6 Jul 2017 12,987 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 9,694 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.00mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2015 3,316 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 2,751 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 2,355 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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LG59 YHC is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 7,531 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG59 YHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG59 YHC registered?

LG59 YHC is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 26 September 2009.

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