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OU56 DFA

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,533 mi
Last recorded4,533 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU56 DFA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 4,533 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 4,362 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 4,330 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 4,296 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 4,260 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 3,935 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 3,793 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 2,644 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 2,639 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 2,525 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 1,914 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2009 1,914 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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OU56 DFA is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OU56 DFA, 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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How do I check the history of OU56 DFA?

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What year was OU56 DFA registered?

OU56 DFA is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is OU56 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU56 DFA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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