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GN56 CWF

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,203 mi
Last recorded15,203 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 CWF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 15,203 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 14,726 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 14,210 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 14,206 miles

Rear Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 13,887 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 13,616 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 11,790 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 10,590 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 9,622 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 7,653 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 6,595 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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GN56 CWF is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GN56 CWF, 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.

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What year was GN56 CWF registered?

GN56 CWF is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GN56 CWF safe to buy?

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