Harley-Davidson XL 883 N Iron

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 883 cc

LX59 BUFMOT history

LX59 BUF is a black petrol Harley-Davidson XL 883 N Iron first used on 1 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 15,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
15,852 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX59 BUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Harley-Davidson
Model
XL 883 N Iron
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
883 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX59 BUF was last recorded at 15,852 miles on 13 May 2026, 692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
15,160 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
692 miles
Average per year
884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 15,852 miles
  • 2025 – 15,160 miles
  • 2023 – 11,599 miles
  • 2022 – 8,797 miles
  • 2021 – 7,402 miles
  • 2020 – 7,297 miles
  • 2018 – 7,248 miles
  • 2017 – 7,246 miles
  • 2015 – 6,597 miles
  • 2014 – 6,314 miles
  • 2013 – 4,965 miles
  • 2012 – 3,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass15,852 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 31 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass15,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    15,852 miles
    Test number
    269251903205
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail15,852 miles (+692)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,852 miles
    Test number
    561599214291
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass15,160 miles (+3,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    15,160 miles
    Test number
    414758611489
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass11,599 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    11,599 miles
    Test number
    471404293699
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively rod to master cylinder (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake caliper slider seal missing

  5. Fail11,599 miles (+2,802)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,599 miles
    Test number
    119610766768
    • Repaired at testExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps wire broken (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively rod to master cylinder (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake caliper slider seal missing

  6. Pass8,797 miles (+1,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    8,797 miles
    Test number
    554715934959
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass7,402 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    7,402 miles
    Test number
    543588525696
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  8. Fail7,402 miles (+105)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,402 miles
    Test number
    869426978384
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  9. Pass7,297 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    7,297 miles
    Test number
    190175951877
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  10. Pass7,248 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    7,248 miles
    Test number
    206538432092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass7,246 miles (+649)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    7,246 miles
    Test number
    738030670361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass6,597 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    6,597 miles
    Test number
    951546503716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass6,314 miles (+1,349)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    6,314 miles
    Test number
    517204324321
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteCut in front tyre (no cords)

  14. Fail4,965 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,965 miles
    Test number
    227170293274
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

  15. Pass4,965 miles (+1,071)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    4,965 miles
    Test number
    317950993484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass3,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    3,894 miles
    Test number
    696205402334
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Questions about LX59 BUF

Does LX59 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX59 BUF is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX59 BUF?
The MOT on LX59 BUF is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX59 BUF done?
LX59 BUF was recorded at 15,852 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 884 miles a year.
Has LX59 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX59 BUF has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LX59 BUF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX59 BUF find?
LX59 BUF passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy; rear tyre worn close to the legal limit.

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