CarVerify

Free Car Check

GX06 FYV

2006 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 1203cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

28,396 mi
Last recorded28,396 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,475 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Harley-davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 FYV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 28,396 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 28,087 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 27,269 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 27,179 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 27,166 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 25,202 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 21,992 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 21,591 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 20,347 miles

Front slight cracking in side wall

Pass 20 Oct 2016 20,208 miles

slight cracking in front tyre wall

Pass 24 Oct 2015 20,002 miles

slight cracking in front tyre wall.

Pass 22 Oct 2014 19,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 17,188 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2013 15,737 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 3 May 2013 15,737 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 14,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 13,275 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 13,275 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 11,648 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 11,648 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 9,245 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 9,245 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
Full Harley-davidson Xlh 883 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GX06 FYV is a 2006 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 8,475 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX06 FYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GX06 FYV?

You can check the full history of GX06 FYV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GX06 FYV registered?

GX06 FYV is a 2006 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 12 May 2006.

Is GX06 FYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX06 FYV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX06 FYV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GX06 FYV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.