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EX12 VEA

2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,373 mi
Last recorded7,373 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 126,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 VEA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron 12
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 7,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2025 6,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 6,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 6,089 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 5,735 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 5,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 4,810 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 3,839 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 2,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 2,658 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 2,465 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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EX12 VEA is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX12 VEA, 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

How do I check the history of EX12 VEA?

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What year was EX12 VEA registered?

EX12 VEA is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is EX12 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 VEA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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