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WM09 CBU

2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,211 mi
Last recorded11,211 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM09 CBU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 11,211 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 10,880 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 10,649 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 10,613 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Noisy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 9,918 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 9,865 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 9,738 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 9,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 9,539 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 9,333 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 9,192 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 9,023 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 8,624 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 8,018 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 7,428 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 7,428 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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WM09 CBU is a 2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 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 Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 8,568 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM09 CBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM09 CBU registered?

WM09 CBU is a 2009 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 29 July 2009.

Is WM09 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM09 CBU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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