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P462 VMJ

1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XLH120016,478 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP462 VMJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2021
Pass 23 Jul 2016 24,573 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 22,780 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 22,209 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,512 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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P462 VMJ is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,478 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 P462 VMJ, 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 29 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P462 VMJ registered?

P462 VMJ is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P462 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P462 VMJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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