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F481 LMR

1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,172 mi
Last recorded1,172 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson XLH120019,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF481 LMR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2023 1,172 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 1,172 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 446 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 446 miles

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing split pin (5.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 73 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2017 49 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 45 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 12 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010
Pass 18 Aug 2009
Pass 6 Aug 2008

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 15,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2006 15,509 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XLH1200?

Based on 11,091 MOT tests across 1,080 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
373
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,080
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 92
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 63
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 39
wheel bearings have excessive free play 38
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F481 LMR is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200 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 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 19,218 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 XLH1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F481 LMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XLH1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F481 LMR registered?

F481 LMR is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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The MOT history for F481 LMR 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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