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LF06 PLN

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,497 mi
Last recorded26,497 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 PLN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 26,497 miles

Tape on headlight

Pass 21 Oct 2024 25,948 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 25,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 25,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 25,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 24,607 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 23,379 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 23,192 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 4 May 2019 23,192 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2018 23,016 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 22,183 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 21,118 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 19,529 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 17,561 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 17,561 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 15,496 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 6,217 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,746 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 10,686 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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LF06 PLN is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LF06 PLN, 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 LF06 PLN registered?

LF06 PLN is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is LF06 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 PLN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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