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RU55 HDX

2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,849 mi
Last recorded2,849 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 12009,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU55 HDX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 2,849 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 1,541 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 762 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2024 762 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Drive belt excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 13,120 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 12,908 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 12,867 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 12,696 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 12,696 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable front tyre fitted wrong direction (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 12,132 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 12,048 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 11,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 10,691 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 9,653 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 9,418 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 9,182 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 8,440 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 8,440 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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RU55 HDX is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 9,666 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RU55 HDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RU55 HDX registered?

RU55 HDX is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is RU55 HDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RU55 HDX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RU55 HDX have outstanding finance?

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