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A7 VPH

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Grey Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,411 mi
Last recorded28,411 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VPH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 28,411 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2026 28,411 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2025 28,174 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 26,688 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 25,642 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023 25,642 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 23,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 22,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 20,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 May 2019 20,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2018 18,774 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 10 May 2018 18,774 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,471 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 15,802 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 12,566 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 10,518 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 8,794 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 8,493 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 7,829 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 4,751 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster?

Based on 5,170 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
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A7 VPH is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Grey with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 9,316 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 R Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 VPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 VPH registered?

A7 VPH is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is A7 VPH safe to buy?

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