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YN06 HMC

2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,019 mi
Last recorded12,019 miles
Recorded on4 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

RegistrationYN06 HMC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883 R Sportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 12,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2026 12,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls bulb blown. (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 11,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 11,248 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 10,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 10,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 10,550 miles

Central Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Both fork stanchions pitted, but seals not leaking. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 10,550 miles

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Central Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Both fork stanchions pitted, but seals not leaking. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 9,527 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 9,265 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 9,265 miles

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 19 May 2016 9,258 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 9,210 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 8,865 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 8,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 7,015 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 485 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 300 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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YN06 HMC is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YN06 HMC, 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.

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What year was YN06 HMC registered?

YN06 HMC is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL 883 R Sportster, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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