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KV53 GHD

2004 Harley Davidson XL1200S

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,184 mi
Last recorded13,184 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2012
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200S8,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 GHD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2012 13,184 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 13,184 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 12,607 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 16 Mar 2009 12,607 miles

rear tyre getting low on tread

Fail 1 Jul 2008 11,294 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 11,294 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 8,570 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

aftermarket exhaust fitted (with baffles)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 5,441 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200S?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 340 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
485
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
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KV53 GHD is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200S in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 8,652 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 XL1200S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 GHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200S typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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KV53 GHD is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200S, first registered on 24 January 2004.

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