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MX55 NCF

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,407 mi
Last recorded14,407 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 NCF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 14,407 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 14,407 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 14,128 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 13,505 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 12,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 11,859 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 11,783 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 11,666 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 10,508 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 9,090 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 8,839 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 7,511 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 6,047 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 4,271 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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MX55 NCF is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MX55 NCF, 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 MX55 NCF registered?

MX55 NCF is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is MX55 NCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX55 NCF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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