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NJ09 RJU

2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,877 mi
Last recorded2,877 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster11,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ09 RJU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 Low Sportster
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 2,877 miles

Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2026 2,877 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 2,432 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 752 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 752 miles

Fuel hose leaking Pipe from fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 744 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 737 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 693 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 693 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster?

Based on 3,990 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 14
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Headlamp aim too low 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
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NJ09 RJU is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,201 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 1200 Low Sportster fails its MOT is registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NJ09 RJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NJ09 RJU registered?

NJ09 RJU is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is NJ09 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ09 RJU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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