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MT09 UCR

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,558 mi
Last recorded7,558 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster7,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT09 UCR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 7,558 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2025 7,529 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 7,282 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 6,656 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 6,634 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 6,627 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 6,425 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 6,425 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 6,137 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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MT09 UCR is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 7,918 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 883 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT09 UCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MT09 UCR?

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What year was MT09 UCR registered?

MT09 UCR is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 August 2009.

Is MT09 UCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT09 UCR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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