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YK06 AEE

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

22,281 mi
Last recorded22,281 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster9,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK06 AEE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 22,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 21,873 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 21,371 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 20,778 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 20,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 20,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 19,500 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 19,217 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 18,919 miles

exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 13 Jun 2017 18,780 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 18,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 18,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2015 18,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2014 17,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 May 2014 17,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 15,437 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 12,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2012 12,633 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2011 10,386 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 9,230 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 8,520 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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YK06 AEE is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 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 YK06 AEE, 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 YK06 AEE registered?

YK06 AEE is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 29 April 2006.

Is YK06 AEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK06 AEE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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