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H857 HDX

1991 Harley-davidson Xlh

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

53,876 mi
Last recorded53,876 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh11,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH857 HDX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 53,876 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 53,207 miles

front forks slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 9 Jun 2023 52,589 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 52,589 miles

Rear Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2022 51,492 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b)) Slightly reduced damping front suspension

Pass 5 Jun 2021 50,354 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Slightly reduced damping front suspension

Pass 11 Jan 2019 49,872 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jan 2019 49,872 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 31 May 2017 49,502 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2017 49,502 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play Swinging Arm Bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 47,982 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 44,686 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 43,306 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 43,306 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 41,955 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 41,683 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 41,196 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 41,196 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 40,625 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 40,121 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 39,561 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 39,555 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 39,067 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh?

Based on 1,054 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
351
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Direction indicators not working 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
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H857 HDX is a 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 11,894 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 Xlh fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H857 HDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H857 HDX registered?

H857 HDX is a 1991 Harley-davidson Xlh, first registered on 21 May 1991.

Is H857 HDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H857 HDX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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