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WX56 PXM

2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

14,903 mi
Last recorded14,903 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster8,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 PXM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 14,903 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower frame tubes on underside. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Slight oil leak from engine.

Pass 29 Nov 2024 14,297 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded All spokes. (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded All spokes. (5.2.2 (d))

Slight engine oil leak.

Surface corrosion to underside of frame.

Pass 6 Dec 2023 13,882 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre perishing in sidewalls and tread.

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Slight engine oil leak.

Sme surface rust on underside of frame.

Pass 15 Nov 2022 13,836 miles

Front Slight perishing of front tyre sidewalls.

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess Spokes corroded. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Slight leak n/s fork leg seal. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess Spokes and wheel corroded. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Slight engine oil leak.

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Near full right lock. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 13,737 miles

Exhaust front heat shield loose.

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre, slight cracking of sidewalls.

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 13,736 miles

Front Tyre slightly perished in tread.

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 13,711 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front tyre perrished / cracking

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 13,620 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 13,545 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 13,545 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 13,500 miles

Front Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 13,374 miles

frame has surface corrosion

front and rear spokes starting to corrode

Pass 12 Nov 2015 13,156 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 13,012 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 13,012 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 12,244 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

stone in drive belt

Pass 12 Nov 2012 11,326 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 11,324 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 9,655 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Nov 2010 7,896 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Nov 2010 7,896 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2009 6,205 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 6,201 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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 PXM is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 PXM, 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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WX56 PXM is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 17 November 2006.

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