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HOG 55Y

1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,446 mi
Last recorded9,446 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XLH120016,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOG 55Y
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 9,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 9,446 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 9,444 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 9,412 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 9,042 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 8,674 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 7,735 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 7,077 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 6,220 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 6,220 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 5,278 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 4,475 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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HOG 55Y is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,478 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 HOG 55Y, 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 29 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HOG 55Y registered?

HOG 55Y is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 16 August 1997.

Is HOG 55Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOG 55Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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