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HX12 GBU

2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,105 mi
Last recorded20,105 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 126,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX12 GBU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron 12
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 20,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 18,661 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 17,187 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 15,478 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 14,484 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 12,974 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 12,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 10,853 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 10,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2016 8,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 7,569 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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HX12 GBU is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 in Blue 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 HX12 GBU, 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 HX12 GBU registered?

HX12 GBU is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is HX12 GBU safe to buy?

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