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CT59 FDN

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,092 mi
Last recorded11,092 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT59 FDN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 11,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 7,193 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 6,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 30 Mar 2023 6,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 5,732 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 4,384 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 4,384 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 3,869 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 3,683 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 3,107 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 2,733 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 2,571 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 1,815 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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CT59 FDN 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 84.6%.

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 CT59 FDN, 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 CT59 FDN registered?

CT59 FDN is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 16 September 2009.

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