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A9 SBD

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,873 mi
Last recorded5,873 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 SBD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2025 5,873 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 5,414 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 5,226 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 4,865 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 4,670 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 4,570 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 4,086 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 3,965 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 3,607 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 3,564 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 3,116 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 2,105 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 1,495 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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A9 SBD is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A9 SBD, 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 A9 SBD registered?

A9 SBD is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 10 August 2006.

Is A9 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 SBD shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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