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J296 RJT

1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,307 mi
Last recorded27,307 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XLH120017,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ296 RJT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 27,307 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2025 27,063 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2023 26,923 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2022 26,669 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Slight oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2021 26,234 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 25,882 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 25,647 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 25,135 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 24,881 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2017 24,587 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 24,387 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 23,654 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 21,160 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 20,021 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 19,284 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 18,412 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 17,540 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 16,558 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 16,402 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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J296 RJT is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 J296 RJT, 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 J296 RJT registered?

J296 RJT is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 28 November 1991.

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