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YJ56 XWU

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,569 mi
Last recorded10,569 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ56 XWU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 10,569 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 8,906 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 8,874 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 8,575 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 8,507 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 8,462 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 8,447 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 8,432 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 8,172 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 7,098 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 5,368 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 XWU is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XWU, 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

How do I check the history of YJ56 XWU?

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What year was YJ56 XWU registered?

YJ56 XWU is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is YJ56 XWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ56 XWU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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