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R111 MAW

2009 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,014 mi
Last recorded19,014 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley Davidson XL8837,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 MAW
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 19,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 18,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 18,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 17,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 16,672 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 16,672 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 16,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 15,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 14,515 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 13,719 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 12,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 11,265 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2014 9,858 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2014 9,858 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 8,795 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 7,133 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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R111 MAW is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R111 MAW, 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 R111 MAW registered?

R111 MAW is a 2009 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 1 May 2009.

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