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N782 SPR

1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

14,399 mi
Last recorded14,399 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XLH120013,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN782 SPR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 14,399 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 14,345 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 14,213 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 14,213 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 14,149 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 14,101 miles

Front tyre cracking

Pass 27 Apr 2021 13,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Front tyre cracking slightly

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 13,748 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 13,578 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 13,492 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 203,636 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 13,283 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2014 13,105 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 23 May 2013 12,687 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 12,381 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 11,731 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 11,600 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 11,531 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 11,289 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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N782 SPR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N782 SPR, 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 N782 SPR registered?

N782 SPR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N782 SPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N782 SPR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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