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LJ56 VJD

2006 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

12,947 mi
Last recorded12,947 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson XL8838,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 VJD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 12,947 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 12,723 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 11,937 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 11,937 miles

Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 11,158 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 11,158 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 10,406 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 10,406 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 9,513 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 8,902 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 8,894 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 7,583 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 7,583 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 6,710 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 6,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2016 5,518 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 3,035 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

eml warning lamp on

engine missfire

Pass 26 May 2015 3,035 miles

eml warning lamp on

engine missfire

Pass 7 Jun 2014 1,551 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 1,273 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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LJ56 VJD is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2006 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 8,650 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ56 VJD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ56 VJD registered?

LJ56 VJD is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is LJ56 VJD safe to buy?

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