Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 reliable? We analysed 2,693 real MOT tests across 527 vehicles to find out.
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The Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 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 883 N Iron 17.
Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 434 | 91.2% | 3,006 | 4,914 | 7,948 |
| 2017 | 2,055 | 90.3% | 2,784 | 4,996 | 8,717 |
| 2016 | 151 | 91.4% | 2,938 | 5,712 | 10,388 |
How Long Does a Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 Last?
Based on 527 Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 vehicles on UK roads.
Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.4% MOT pass rate from 151 tests
90.3% MOT pass rate from 2,055 tests
The best year to buy a used Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.4% across 151 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.3% — 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 883 N Iron 17 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 883 N Iron 17 THIS CAR | 90.3% | 2,693 | 4,984 mi | 10 yrs |
| Harley Davidson Flstf | 90.2% | 29,205 | 12,821 mi | 36 yrs |
| Harley Davidson XL | 89.1% | 22,811 | 6,150 mi | 13 yrs |
| Harley Davidson Flstc | 90.4% | 18,909 | 18,256 mi | 37 yrs |
| Yamaha FZR400 | 75.9% | 5,045 | 29,620 mi | 39 yrs |
Compared to the Harley Davidson Flstf (90.2% pass rate) and the Harley Davidson XL (89.1% pass rate), the Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.3% across 2,693 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 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 883 N Iron 17 owner drives around 496 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.
In terms of longevity, most Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.