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MK59 SWY

2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,470 mi
Last recorded19,470 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster7,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 SWY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 19,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 19,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 19,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 19,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 19,197 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 19,061 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 18,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 17,009 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 16,074 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 13,702 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 13,461 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 13,460 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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MK59 SWY is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black 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 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 MK59 SWY, 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.

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What year was MK59 SWY registered?

MK59 SWY is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 7 September 2009.

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