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MX06 YLA

2006 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,523 mi
Last recorded15,523 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster8,530 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX06 YLA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 15,523 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 14,680 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar chair wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 10,951 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 17,448 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 10,209 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working rear brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm front tyre center less than 1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2016 9,995 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 9,988 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 9,489 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 9,486 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Socket attatched to rear brake line clamp!

Pass 15 Jan 2013 7,739 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

slight play in sidecar wheel bearing

Fail 12 Jan 2012 5,099 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 5,099 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 2,849 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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MX06 YLA is a 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 8,530 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX06 YLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 20 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MX06 YLA registered?

MX06 YLA is a 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 14 July 2006.

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