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AR06 SSS

2006 Harley-davidson XL883C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,269 mi
Last recorded21,269 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C10,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR06 SSS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 21,269 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 21,212 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 18,597 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 May 2022 18,408 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear rear shock absorber bushing perished and starting to split

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s fork leg has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear rear shock absorber bushing perished and starting to split

rear cylinder exhaust heat shield clamp broken

Fail 5 May 2022 18,408 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front brake light not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear rear shock absorber bushing perished and starting to split

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s fork leg has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear rear shock absorber bushing perished and starting to split

rear cylinder exhaust heat shield clamp broken

Fail 9 Apr 2022 18,408 miles

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front brake light not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower rear shock absorber bushing perished and starting to split

Offside Rear Lower rear shock absorber bushing perished and starting to split

rear cylinder exhaust heat shield clamp broken

Pass 10 Dec 2020 15,941 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 15,941 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 15,333 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 15,333 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

both tyres old buy date

Pass 13 Jul 2018 15,099 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 14,318 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 13,509 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 12,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 12,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 11,702 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 11,577 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 11,436 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 1,126 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 11,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2009 9,952 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C?

Based on 6,019 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 17
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AR06 SSS is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 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 XL883C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AR06 SSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AR06 SSS is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 24 May 2006.

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