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DA61 AZX

2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,749 mi
Last recorded41,749 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 126,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 AZX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron 12
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 41,749 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 41,749 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 39,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 39,942 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 37,227 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 37,182 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released all (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2021 26,824 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 26,824 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 17,206 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 12,818 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 12,240 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 11,753 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 10,737 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 9,808 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12?

Based on 1,543 MOT tests across 182 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Headlamp aim too low 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
Throttle operating incorrectly 5
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DA61 AZX is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 6,936 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 XL 883 N Iron 12 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA61 AZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA61 AZX registered?

DA61 AZX is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is DA61 AZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA61 AZX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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