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S509 TCV

1999 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,911 mi
Last recorded24,911 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1999 Harley Davidson XL88318,805 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS509 TCV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 24,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 23,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 20,336 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 20,336 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 20,336 miles

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 18,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 18,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 17,799 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 17,783 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front surface cracks in tyre

Pass 22 Feb 2019 17,265 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 15,756 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 15,754 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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S509 TCV is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 18,805 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 S509 TCV, 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 27 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S509 TCV registered?

S509 TCV is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S509 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S509 TCV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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