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HX56 OEA

2006 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,816 mi
Last recorded23,816 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster10,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX56 OEA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 23,816 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 23,596 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 20,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swing arm bushes. (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Jun 2016 20,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly component loose Front wheel spindle. (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swing arm bushes. (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 May 2015 7,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2015 7,289 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 4,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2014 4,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 May 2013 4,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 3,074 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 2,992 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 2,043 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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HX56 OEA is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 10,008 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 XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX56 OEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX56 OEA registered?

HX56 OEA is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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