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YJ06 BGX

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,642 mi
Last recorded24,642 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ06 BGX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 24,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 24,272 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 24,272 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 25,350 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 25,200 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 24,200 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 22,686 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 21,215 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 18,719 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 16,329 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 13,476 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 11,442 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 9,637 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,833 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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YJ06 BGX 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 YJ06 BGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ06 BGX registered?

YJ06 BGX is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 26 April 2006.

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The MOT history for YJ06 BGX 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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