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P580 LYB

1997 Harley Davidson XL1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,247 mi
Last recorded34,247 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XL120010,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP580 LYB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 34,247 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 34,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 34,211 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 33,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 32,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 32,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 32,533 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 31,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 29,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2016 28,662 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2015 26,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 25,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 24,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 23,123 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 23,117 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,491 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 19,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 17,198 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 14,415 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 11,419 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 10,118 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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P580 LYB is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P580 LYB, 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 29 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P580 LYB registered?

P580 LYB is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P580 LYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P580 LYB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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