Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 (2016)
2016 Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17
CarHunch analysed 106 real MOT records for the 2016 Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Harley-Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 passes its MOT on the first attempt 81.1% of the time, marginally ahead of the UK average of 80%, and only 10.4% of these bikes have ever recorded a dangerous defect—a reassuringly low figure that suggests owners generally keep them safe. This is a genuinely reliable machine by motorcycle standards, with an average of just 0.43 failures per test and 2.3 advisories, indicating minor wear rather than systemic problems.
At 7,374 miles average against a median of 5,975, these are still relatively young bikes that haven't yet accumulated serious mileage, so current reliability gains shouldn't be mistaken for long-term durability—you're essentially looking at lightly-used machines. Check the specific bike's service history and brake/fluid condition before purchase, as the advisory rate suggests preventive maintenance will keep one of these running smoothly.
What to check before buying a 2016 Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 vehicles fall between 3,592 and 9,518 miles.
2016 Harley Davidson XL 883 N Iron 17 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 66 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
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