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F542 GYC

1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson XLH120019,218 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF542 GYC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024
Pass 26 Jul 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 33,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 32,917 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 32,185 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 31,691 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 31,691 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 May 2013 31,559 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 31,251 miles

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

number plate slightly small

Pass 18 Jun 2011 31,059 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 30,224 miles

Front disc bobbins worn

Pass 10 Jul 2009 29,802 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 29,038 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 25,340 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 22,080 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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F542 GYC is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 F542 GYC, 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 F542 GYC registered?

F542 GYC is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 4 April 1989.

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The MOT history for F542 GYC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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