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F836 PUR

1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,292 mi
Last recorded32,292 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson XLH120019,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF836 PUR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 32,292 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 31,657 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 31,302 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 31,205 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2021 31,205 miles

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

Front Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 30,409 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 29,680 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 28,809 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 28,060 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 27,102 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 25,206 miles

rear tyre sidewall slightly cracked

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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F836 PUR is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F836 PUR, 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 F836 PUR registered?

F836 PUR is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 26 June 1989.

Is F836 PUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F836 PUR shows 11 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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