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J8 JBS

1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,008 mi
Last recorded11,008 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C15,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 JBS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2014 11,008 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 109,118 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 9,150 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 8,585 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 7,875 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 7,425 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 6,807 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 6,108 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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J8 JBS is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 15,776 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J8 JBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J8 JBS registered?

J8 JBS is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is J8 JBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 JBS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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