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HY59 EYO

2009 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,187 mi
Last recorded9,187 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley Davidson Sportster7,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 EYO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 9,187 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 9,187 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 9,130 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2022 9,088 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 8,639 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 8,326 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 8,326 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 8,268 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 8,162 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 7,638 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 6,575 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 4,811 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 3,736 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 3,736 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 2,596 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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HY59 EYO is a 2009 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 7,832 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY59 EYO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 17 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HY59 EYO registered?

HY59 EYO is a 2009 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is HY59 EYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY59 EYO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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