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FJ56 NNL

2006 Harley Davidson XL1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,676 mi
Last recorded26,676 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson XL120013,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 NNL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 26,676 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 26,672 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 25,794 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 25,184 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 25,264 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Sep 2016 25,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 24,814 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,244 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 23,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 23,100 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 19,929 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 16,517 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 13,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200?

Based on 1,695 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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FJ56 NNL is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 13,547 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 XL1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ56 NNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FJ56 NNL is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 22 December 2006.

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