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DX56 JOA

2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

10,388 mi
Last recorded10,388 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster8,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 JOA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 Low Sportster
Year2006
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 10,388 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 10,296 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 9,899 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 9,637 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 9,569 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 9,311 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 9,297 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 8,880 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 8,549 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 8,164 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 7,276 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 5,692 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 5,347 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 5,002 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 4,533 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 3,871 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 3,320 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 2,671 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster?

Based on 3,990 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 14
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Headlamp aim too low 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
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DX56 JOA is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 8,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster fails its MOT is registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX56 JOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX56 JOA registered?

DX56 JOA is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 1200 Low Sportster, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is DX56 JOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 JOA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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