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BX56 XTD

2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,976 mi
Last recorded6,976 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport9,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 XTD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 6,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 6,352 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 6,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 6,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 5,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2019 5,862 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 23 May 2018 5,516 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 May 2018 5,512 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 5,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 4,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 4,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 4,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2013 3,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 5,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 2,453 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 2,330 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport?

Based on 16,429 MOT tests across 1,340 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
482
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 50
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 47
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
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BX56 XTD is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 9,661 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 1200 C Custom Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX56 XTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BX56 XTD registered?

BX56 XTD is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is BX56 XTD safe to buy?

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