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H853 VWU

1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,544 mi
Last recorded47,544 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XLH120017,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH853 VWU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 47,544 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))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Back plate slightly distorted (0.1 (b))

Registration plate had characters slightly smaller than prescribed font but still legible

Pass 29 Jun 2015 47,152 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 46,933 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2014 46,933 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 46,660 miles

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

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Aug 2007 46,313 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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H853 VWU is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,476 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 H853 VWU, 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 35 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 H853 VWU registered?

H853 VWU is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 1 March 1991.

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The MOT history for H853 VWU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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