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N171 JUR

1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,246 mi
Last recorded11,246 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XLH120013,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 JUR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 11,246 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 11,243 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded from tank ()

Pass 25 Apr 2018 11,101 miles

FRONT TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKS

Pass 20 Feb 2017 10,932 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 10,864 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 10,769 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 10,728 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 10,728 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 10,605 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 10,541 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 10,325 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 10,113 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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N171 JUR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 N171 JUR, 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 N171 JUR registered?

N171 JUR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 4 June 1996.

Is N171 JUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N171 JUR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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