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F87 JGJ

1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

7,420 mi
Last recorded7,420 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson XLH120019,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF87 JGJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 7,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 3,826 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 390 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 364 miles

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 344 miles

oil leak

Fail 27 May 2014 344 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 14,434 miles

Number plate undersize.

Fail 3 Oct 2006 14,434 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Number plate undersize.

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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F87 JGJ is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F87 JGJ, 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 F87 JGJ registered?

F87 JGJ is a 1989 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 18 May 1989.

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