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F513 VEL

1988 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,616 mi
Last recorded5,616 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Harley Davidson XLH120014,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF513 VEL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 5,616 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 5,009 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 4,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 4,059 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 2,823 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 1,662 miles
Pass 23 May 2019
Pass 18 May 2018
Pass 19 May 2017
Pass 23 May 2016
Pass 15 May 2015
Pass 23 May 2014

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2013

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 25 May 2012

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2011

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2010
Pass 20 Apr 2009
Fail 18 Apr 2009

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2008
Fail 2 Apr 2008

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007
Pass 31 Mar 2006

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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F513 VEL is a 1988 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 14,150 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F513 VEL, 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 38 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 F513 VEL registered?

F513 VEL is a 1988 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 5 December 1988.

Is F513 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F513 VEL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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