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WX56 OUL

2006 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,032 mi
Last recorded14,032 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster8,530 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 OUL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 14,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Rear suspension has been removed

no lights fitted to this machine, not to be used in hours of darkness or adverse weather conditions

Pass 25 Jun 2018 13,358 miles

Front mudguard missing

Rear shock absorbers missing on this "hardtail" machine

Fail 25 Jun 2018 13,358 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front mudguard missing

Rear shock absorbers missing on this "hardtail" machine

Pass 14 Jun 2017 13,081 miles

Front mudguard missing

Rear suspension has been removed

exhaust noisy

no lights fitted to this machine at time of test

Fail 5 Apr 2017 13,074 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Direction indicator missing All indicators have been removed! (1.5.1a) DANGEROUS

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) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever insecure Locking curclip missing! (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Belt guard has been removed!

Front Mudguard has been removed!

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension has been removed on this low rider!

Front Clutch lever locking curclip missing!

Pass 14 Sep 2015 12,699 miles

both tyres inflated prior to test.

Fail 14 Sep 2015 12,699 miles

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation lock nut loose (4.1.2c)

both tyres inflated prior to test.

Pass 2 Apr 2014 12,328 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 9,158 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 7,495 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 7,257 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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WX56 OUL is a 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WX56 OUL, 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 WX56 OUL registered?

WX56 OUL is a 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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