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LF06 XVK

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

13,028 mi
Last recorded13,028 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 XVK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 13,028 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 13,028 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 12,362 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 12,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2022 11,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 10,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 10,429 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 9,885 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 8,446 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 7,418 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 May 2016 5,914 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 5,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 3,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 2,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 1,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 1,350 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 894 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 749 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 XVK is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LF06 XVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF06 XVK registered?

LF06 XVK is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 11 July 2006.

Is LF06 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 XVK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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