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MT09 UCS

2009 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,093 mi
Last recorded8,093 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley Davidson XL8837,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT09 UCS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 8,093 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 6,450 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 5,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2022 4,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 22 Mar 2022 4,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 3,922 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 3,922 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2020 3,306 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 2,241 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 2,193 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 1,921 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 1,488 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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MT09 UCS is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 7,462 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT09 UCS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MT09 UCS registered?

MT09 UCS is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 10 July 2009.

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