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WV12 CEY

2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,475 mi
Last recorded20,475 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 126,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 CEY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron 12
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 20,475 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 20,325 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 17,353 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 16,212 miles

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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WV12 CEY is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 12 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV12 CEY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV12 CEY?

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What year was WV12 CEY registered?

WV12 CEY is a 2012 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is WV12 CEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 CEY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV12 CEY have outstanding finance?

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