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N221 SJT

1996 Harley Davidson XL1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,813 mi
Last recorded4,813 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XL120017,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 SJT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 4,813 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 4,813 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 May 2022 4,699 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 4,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 4,407 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 3,886 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 Aug 2009 38,684 miles

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

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 3,544 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 3,369 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 3,202 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200?

Based on 1,695 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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N221 SJT is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 17,297 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 XL1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N221 SJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N221 SJT registered?

N221 SJT is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N221 SJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 SJT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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