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Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 reliable? We analysed 501 real MOT tests across 104 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 501 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.0%
Typical Mileage
4,702mi
Annual Mileage
600mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18.

Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

96.7%
2019
90.1%
2018

Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3

Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
171 mi/yr
Typical
600 mi/yr
Average
1,015 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,289 mi/yr

Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 61 96.7% 2,675 5,306 7,646
2018 423 90.1% 2,564 4,601 8,024

Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
4,702 mi
75th Percentile
8,018 mi
95th Percentile
15,605 mi
Max Recorded
40,403 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

96.7% MOT pass rate from 61 tests

Year to avoid
2018

90.1% MOT pass rate from 423 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.7% across 61 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 THIS CAR 91.0% 501 4,702 mi — yrs
Harley-davidson Xlh 883 88.8% 47,203 10,536 mi 38 yrs
Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport 89.4% 16,429 10,286 mi 29 yrs
Harley-davidson XL53 C 88.6% 15,043 11,058 mi 28 yrs
Mitsubishi Shogun Sport Trojan 75.5% 441 119,522 mi — yrs

Compared to the Harley-davidson Xlh 883 (88.8% pass rate) and the Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport (89.4% pass rate), the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18?

The Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.0% across 501 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 owner drives around 600 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 reliable?
Based on 501 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 has a 91.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 do per year?
The typical Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 does around 600 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 18 is 2019 with a 96.7% pass rate across 61 tests.