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NK59 BUF

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,484 mi
Last recorded13,484 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK59 BUF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 13,484 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 12,131 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 11,299 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 10,686 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 9,946 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 8,961 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 8,411 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 7,792 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 6,705 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 6,090 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 5,175 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 4,483 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 3,712 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 2,732 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 2,732 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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NK59 BUF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NK59 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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What year was NK59 BUF registered?

NK59 BUF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is NK59 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK59 BUF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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