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GU62 WVJ

2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,800 mi
Last recorded112,800 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 126,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 WVJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron 12
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 112,800 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2026 112,800 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2025 110,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 106,781 miles

Front Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering linkage deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 103,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2022 102,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 May 2022 102,312 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam when moving steering. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 91,082 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 78,500 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 64,647 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 49,682 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 37,005 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 37,005 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Fail 15 Aug 2015 22,247 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 22,247 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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GU62 WVJ is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GU62 WVJ, 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.

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What year was GU62 WVJ registered?

GU62 WVJ is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is GU62 WVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 WVJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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