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YJ56 OXL

2006 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,909 mi
Last recorded34,909 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster8,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ56 OXL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 34,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 34,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 34,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 34,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 33,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear rear shock has surface rust

Rear rear axel has surface rust

Rear rear brake disk has surface rust

Pass 15 Aug 2016 31,762 miles

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

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 May 2015 26,906 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 25,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 21,951 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 19,254 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2012 19,238 miles

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 15,564 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2010 15,564 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

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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YJ56 OXL 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 84.6%.

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 YJ56 OXL, 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 YJ56 OXL registered?

YJ56 OXL is a 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 16 October 2006.

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The MOT history for YJ56 OXL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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