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WX56 HYC

2006 Harley-davidson XL883C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,256 mi
Last recorded21,256 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C10,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 HYC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 21,256 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 21,314 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 21,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 20,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 20,100 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 18,567 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 17,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2014 16,142 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Dec 2014 16,142 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2013 11,234 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2013 11,143 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Aug 2012 4,041 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 3,758 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 1,373 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 1,292 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 1,292 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C?

Based on 6,019 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 17
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WX56 HYC is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 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 XL883C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX56 HYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WX56 HYC?

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What year was WX56 HYC registered?

WX56 HYC is a 2006 Harley-davidson XL883C, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is WX56 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX56 HYC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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