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N550 PFB

1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25 mi
Last recorded25 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XLH120013,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN550 PFB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 25 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 May 2023 25 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 May 2022 39,899 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 9 May 2022 39,876 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition No exhaust silencer fitted/excessive noise (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 33,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 30,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 28,425 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 25,025 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 20 Apr 2016 24,994 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 23,616 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 22,221 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 22,221 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 19,106 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 18,559 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 18,521 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Speedometer not working

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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N550 PFB is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N550 PFB, 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 N550 PFB registered?

N550 PFB is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N550 PFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N550 PFB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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