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YJ56 OXN

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,823 mi
Last recorded31,823 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ56 OXN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 31,823 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 31,787 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 31,787 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 31,765 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 31,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 31,739 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 31,735 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 31,722 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 31,677 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 31,666 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 21,482 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 31,309 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 31,234 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 31,234 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 30,894 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 30,706 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 30,160 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 29,362 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 28,498 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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YJ56 OXN is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YJ56 OXN, 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 YJ56 OXN registered?

YJ56 OXN is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is YJ56 OXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ56 OXN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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