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MK59 SWJ

2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,135 mi
Last recorded23,135 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron7,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 SWJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 N Iron
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 23,135 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 23,046 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))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2025 22,772 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 20,983 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 18,751 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 18,180 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 17,264 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 16,316 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 14,098 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 9,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 5,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 5,775 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 5,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Front Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 5,419 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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MK59 SWJ is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MK59 SWJ, 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 MK59 SWJ registered?

MK59 SWJ is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron, first registered on 5 September 2009.

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