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J256 DWX

1992 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,833 mi
Last recorded17,833 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Harley Davidson XLH120020,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ256 DWX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 17,833 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 17,760 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 17,562 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 17,442 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 17,442 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 17,383 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 17,273 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 17,210 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 17,051 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 16,980 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 16,704 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 16,096 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,067 miles

rear number plate letters appier a little small

Pass 9 Apr 2011 15,848 miles

rear number plate letters appier a little small

Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,675 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 15,369 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 15,274 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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J256 DWX is a 1992 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1992 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 20,030 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 J256 DWX, 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 34 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 J256 DWX registered?

J256 DWX is a 1992 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 21 July 1992.

Is J256 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J256 DWX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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