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HY55 EJA

2006 Harley Davidson XL1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

18,368 mi
Last recorded18,368 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson XL120013,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY55 EJA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 18,368 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 18,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 18,059 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective impeding steering (locked on) (2.1.3 (d))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 15,695 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 14,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 14,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 13,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 13,654 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 13,257 miles

Front tyre tread getting low

Slight mist of oil from offside fork

Pass 7 Dec 2017 13,029 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 12,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 12,030 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 11,301 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 10,689 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 10,300 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 9,835 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 9,835 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,162 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 9,155 miles

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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HY55 EJA is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY55 EJA, 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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What year was HY55 EJA registered?

HY55 EJA is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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