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DX06 ADO

2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,105 mi
Last recorded9,105 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 12009,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 ADO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 9,105 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 8,765 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 8,495 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 8,443 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 8,384 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Apr 2018 8,382 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 7,863 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 7,863 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 7,862 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 7,618 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 7,130 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 7,051 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 6,799 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,603 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 6,350 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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DX06 ADO is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 9,666 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX06 ADO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX06 ADO registered?

DX06 ADO is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 4 May 2006.

Is DX06 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX06 ADO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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