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LG59 YGW

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,304 mi
Last recorded16,304 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 YGW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 16,304 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 16,030 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 15,914 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 15,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 15,350 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticks on full throttle (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 14,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

clutch lever short

Fail 20 May 2021 14,184 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

clutch lever short

Pass 27 Apr 2020 10,991 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 9,492 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 8,784 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 8,522 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 8,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 6,923 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 4,418 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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LG59 YGW is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG59 YGW, 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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What year was LG59 YGW registered?

LG59 YGW is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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