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P686 GRR

2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,691 mi
Last recorded35,691 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 12009,666 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP686 GRR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 35,691 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 35,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 33,603 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 33,603 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2020 32,592 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 30,116 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 27,464 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive marked (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2017 26,324 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive Drive belt marked (6.2.1e)

Oil hose from tank cracked

Pass 11 May 2016 23,767 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 22,563 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 20,369 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 9,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 9,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 6,600 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 3,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 2,656 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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P686 GRR is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 9,666 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P686 GRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P686 GRR registered?

P686 GRR is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 4 March 2006.

Is P686 GRR safe to buy?

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