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LX59 BUF

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,852 mi
Last recorded15,852 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 BUF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 15,852 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 13 May 2026 15,852 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))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2025 15,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 11,599 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively rod to master cylinder (1.1.15 (b))

Rear brake caliper slider seal missing

Fail 24 Aug 2023 11,599 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))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively rod to master cylinder (1.1.15 (b))

Rear brake caliper slider seal missing

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps wire broken (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 8,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 7,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 19 Mar 2021 7,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 7,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 7,248 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 7,246 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 6,597 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 6,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

cut in front tyre (no cords)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 4,965 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 4,965 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 3,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 BUF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX59 BUF, 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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LX59 BUF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 1 November 2009.

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