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GY59 VCP

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,269 mi
Last recorded14,269 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 VCP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 14,269 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 13,078 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 12,861 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 12,861 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 12,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 6,959 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 6,959 miles

Rear Road spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 5,024 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2019 5,024 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock brake pipe fouling fuel tank on full right lock (2.1.4 (b))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 4,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 4,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 3,328 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 3,109 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 2,582 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 1,823 miles

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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GY59 VCP is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 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 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 GY59 VCP, 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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GY59 VCP is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 5 November 2009.

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