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J616 BWP

1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,911 mi
Last recorded30,911 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XLH120017,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ616 BWP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 30,911 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 30,620 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 30,596 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 30,538 miles

Nearside Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 30,457 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 30,257 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 30,249 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake component modification adversely affecting braking performance brake caliper fouling when brake is applied (1.1.21 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear of engine slight misting of oil

Pass 8 Mar 2018 29,872 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 29,872 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 29,478 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 29,237 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 29,231 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 28,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 27,516 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 25,253 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 24,777 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 24,114 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 23,649 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 23,368 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 10 Nov 2007 22,876 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 22,876 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 22,618 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 22,618 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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J616 BWP is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 J616 BWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J616 BWP registered?

J616 BWP is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 3 October 1991.

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