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Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 reliable? We analysed 1,074 real MOT tests across 282 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,074 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.4%
Typical Mileage
3,936mi
Annual Mileage
527mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 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 19.

Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

96.2%
2020
90.5%
2019
94.3%
2018

Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 8

Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
202 mi/yr
Typical
527 mi/yr
Average
1,074 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,237 mi/yr

Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 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 19 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 79 96.2% 2,234 3,228 5,131
2019 861 90.5% 2,156 3,945 7,186
2018 105 94.3% 2,100 4,541 7,135

How Long Does a Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 Last?

Based on 282 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.4 years
Median
5.0 years

Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
3,936 mi
75th Percentile
7,058 mi
95th Percentile
16,077 mi
Max Recorded
59,055 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19

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

Best year
2020

96.2% MOT pass rate from 79 tests

Year to avoid
2019

90.5% MOT pass rate from 861 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.2% across 79 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.5% — 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 19 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 19 THIS CAR 91.4% 1,074 3,936 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
Vauxhall Astra Twin Top Sport 74% 557 86,495 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 883 N Iron 19 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19?

The Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.4% across 1,074 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 19 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 19 owner drives around 527 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 883 N Iron 19 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 reliable?
Based on 1,074 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 has a 91.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 do per year?
The typical Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 does around 527 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19?
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 883 N Iron 19?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 19 is 2020 with a 96.2% pass rate across 79 tests.