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WX56 DTV

2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,229 mi
Last recorded13,229 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster8,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 DTV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 13,229 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 13,221 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 13,159 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 13,039 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 12,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 12,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 12,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Tape on exhaust

Pass 4 Sep 2013 12,000 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 11,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,258 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 8,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 8,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 6,712 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2009 6,684 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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WX56 DTV is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 8,204 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 XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX56 DTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX56 DTV registered?

WX56 DTV is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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