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J159 MKK

1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

3,718 mi
Last recorded3,718 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XLH120017,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ159 MKK
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 3,718 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 3,718 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 3,718 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2023 3,718 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 3,718 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 3,718 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 3,718 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 3,718 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 3,718 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 3,718 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 2,072 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 1,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 10 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 18,616 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 16,509 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 15,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 13,866 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Note;Rear and front pads are corroded! Rear tyre has slight cracks on sidewall.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 1,244 miles

Offside Front 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)

Offside Rear 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)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear cyl head gasket leaking

Pass 12 Feb 2009 1,244 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear cyl head gasket leaking

Pass 18 Feb 2008 11,603 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 11,603 miles

Offside Rear 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)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 510 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear cyl oil leak

Fail 28 Feb 2007 510 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front 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)

Offside Rear 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)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear cyl oil leak

Fail 17 Mar 2006 9,727 miles

Offside Rear 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)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 9,727 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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J159 MKK is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 J159 MKK, 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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J159 MKK is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 28 September 1991.

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