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J987 DGH

1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,315 mi
Last recorded11,315 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson XLH120017,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ987 DGH
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 11,315 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 11,289 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 11,177 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 11,163 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 11,001 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 10,944 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 10,581 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 10,557 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2016 10,420 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 10,087 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,456 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 8,814 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 8,260 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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J987 DGH is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 J987 DGH, 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 J987 DGH registered?

J987 DGH is a 1991 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 6 November 1991.

Is J987 DGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J987 DGH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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