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WX06 VJO

2006 Harley Davidson Sportster

Gold Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

14,961 mi
Last recorded14,961 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster8,530 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX06 VJO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 14,961 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 14,950 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 14,702 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 14,575 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 14,511 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 14,510 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 14,403 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 14,237 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 14,170 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 14,170 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 14,101 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 13,665 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 13,665 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 13,002 miles

Front tyre side walls perrished

Pass 8 Jan 2013 12,348 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 11,058 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 10,575 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 10,575 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 8,296 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 5,876 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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WX06 VJO is a 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster in Gold with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WX06 VJO, 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 WX06 VJO registered?

WX06 VJO is a 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is WX06 VJO safe to buy?

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