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J86 CYD

1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

23,213 mi
Last recorded23,213 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XLH120017,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ86 CYD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 23,213 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 23,154 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 21,043 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 19,765 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 18,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jun 2019 16,848 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 16,152 miles

speedo cable not positively mounted

front mudguard missing

Engine leaking oil

Fail 15 Jun 2018 16,138 miles

Fork yoke insecure top nut loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front mudguard missing

Engine leaking oil

speedo cable not positively mounted

Pass 19 May 2017 14,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front mud guard missing

Fail 18 May 2017 14,172 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front mud guard missing

Pass 12 May 2016 12,860 miles

Exhaust noisy Aftermarket exhaust installed (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 May 2015 11,100 miles

After market exhaust installed

Speedo cable damaged

Fail 8 May 2015 11,090 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

After market exhaust installed

Speedo cable damaged

Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,985 miles

After market exhaust installed

Fail 14 Mar 2014 10,985 miles

After market exhaust installed

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2012 10,664 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 9,168 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 8,364 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 7,452 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 4,643 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 4,643 miles

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)

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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J86 CYD is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 J86 CYD, 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 J86 CYD registered?

J86 CYD is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 2 November 1991.

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The MOT history for J86 CYD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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