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F688 RAB

1988 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,016 mi
Last recorded32,016 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 1988 Harley Davidson XLH120014,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF688 RAB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 32,016 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 30,512 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 30,491 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 28,581 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 27,580 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 25,674 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 24,977 miles

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 24,958 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 23,384 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 May 2016 23,328 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 23,240 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 22,930 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 22,316 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 21,453 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 21,431 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 20,022 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 18,621 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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F688 RAB is a 1988 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 F688 RAB, 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 F688 RAB registered?

F688 RAB is a 1988 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 2 November 1988.

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