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LX59 BRV

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

8,657 mi
Last recorded8,657 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 BRV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 8,657 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 8,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 8,565 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 8,403 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 8,269 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 8,135 miles

Central Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front and rear on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 7,921 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 7,921 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 6,315 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 4,413 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 3,560 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 2,065 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 1,816 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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LX59 BRV is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX59 BRV, 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 LX59 BRV registered?

LX59 BRV is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 19 September 2009.

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The MOT history for LX59 BRV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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