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HY06 EWZ

2006 Harley Davidson XL883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,942 mi
Last recorded40,942 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson XL8838,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY06 EWZ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 40,942 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 40,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 40,704 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity reduced headlight cloudy (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 40,524 miles

Rear Brake linkage worn, but not excessively brake pivot between pedal rod and master cylinder (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 37,699 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 35,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn slightly uneven, 1.6mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn slightly uneven, 1.9mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 30,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

throttle, has slight change in engine speed, on right hand lock

Pass 27 Sep 2016 22,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit recommend, keep check (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2015 15,716 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front and rear tyres, sidewalls light perishing

Pass 30 Sep 2014 10,271 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 9,193 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 9,034 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 8,982 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

oil leak from primary cover

Pass 23 Feb 2011 8,982 miles

oil leak from primary cover

Pass 10 Feb 2010 8,689 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 7,787 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 7,786 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)

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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HY06 EWZ is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HY06 EWZ, 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 HY06 EWZ registered?

HY06 EWZ is a 2006 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 8 March 2006.

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