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KX56 KJF

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,244 mi
Last recorded9,244 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX56 KJF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2026 9,244 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 8,085 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2024 7,202 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 7,112 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 7,065 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 6,719 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 6,577 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 6,169 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 5,481 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 5,324 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 4,834 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 4,603 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 3,831 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 3,764 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 3,572 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 3,093 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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KX56 KJF is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KX56 KJF, 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 KX56 KJF registered?

KX56 KJF is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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The MOT history for KX56 KJF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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