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HX12 GDF

2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,888 mi
Last recorded1,888 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
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

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 1,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Sep 2025 1,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 1,820 miles

Noisy Exhaust

Pass 10 Jul 2018 1,784 miles

Exhaust is noisy

Pass 14 Jun 2017 1,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 1,325 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 1,221 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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HX12 GDF is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HX12 GDF, 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 HX12 GDF?

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What year was HX12 GDF registered?

HX12 GDF is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is HX12 GDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX12 GDF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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