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GNZ 9878

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,744 mi
Last recorded13,744 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNZ 9878
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 13,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 13,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 11,120 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 10,884 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 10,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 10,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2019 9,516 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 9,049 miles

Noisey

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 8,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre perishing

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2017 4,175 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre perishing

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2016 8,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2016 8,207 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 7,633 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 May 2013 7,633 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2012 5,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 May 2012 5,899 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Based on 2,436 MOT tests across 303 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Headlamp aim too low 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 4
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GNZ 9878 is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 7,674 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 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GNZ 9878, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GNZ 9878 registered?

GNZ 9878 is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 12 May 2009.

Is GNZ 9878 safe to buy?

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