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GX56 PNO

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,977 mi
Last recorded14,977 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 PNO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 14,977 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 14,749 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit WORN TO LIMIT (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 14,749 miles

Footrest insecure TIGHTEN UP (6.2.12 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit WORN TO LIMIT (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 13,935 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 9,584 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 8,210 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 7,171 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 7,170 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 5,922 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,718 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 4,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2014 4,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 4,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2012 4,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 3,879 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 3,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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GX56 PNO is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 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 GX56 PNO, 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 GX56 PNO registered?

GX56 PNO is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is GX56 PNO safe to buy?

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