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LB12 JFE

2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

13,798 mi
Last recorded13,798 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 126,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 JFE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron 12
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 13,798 miles

Chain guard missing lower belt guard

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 13,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 13,638 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 12,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 12,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 12,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 11,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 10,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 6,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 4,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear HT Lead Damaged.

Pass 30 May 2015 1,058 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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LB12 JFE 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 90.9%.

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 LB12 JFE, 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 LB12 JFE registered?

LB12 JFE is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12, first registered on 30 August 2012.

Is LB12 JFE safe to buy?

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