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M17 USA

1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,489 mi
Last recorded27,489 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XLH120013,239 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 USA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2025 27,489 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 27,469 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 27,059 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 25,200 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 25,278 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Rear wheel clearance very tight

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2013 19,758 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 18,883 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 17,268 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,220 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 15,718 miles

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

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

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

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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M17 USA is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 13,239 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 M17 USA, 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 30 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M17 USA registered?

M17 USA is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 16 April 1996.

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