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GX56 LHT

2006 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

14,565 mi
Last recorded14,565 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson XL8838,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 LHT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 14,565 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 14,273 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 13,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose bolts missing from mounting (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 13,934 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose bolts missing from mounting (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 13,090 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 13,085 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 10,810 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 10,726 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 10,691 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Sep 2012 10,680 miles

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 suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 9,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 8,357 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 8,357 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 6,960 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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GX56 LHT is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 8,650 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX56 LHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX56 LHT registered?

GX56 LHT is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 7 October 2006.

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