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P715 DNL

1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

11,049 mi
Last recorded11,049 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XLH120016,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP715 DNL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 11,049 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 11,011 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

bottom yoke leeking grease at bearing

Fail 24 Jun 2014 10,972 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

bottom yoke leeking grease at bearing

Pass 11 Jun 2013 1,349 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

can not see fully mile counter on clock

Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,238 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Apr 2010 21,206 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 21,206 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 20,885 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 20,885 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008
Fail 1 Apr 2008

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,221 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,188 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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P715 DNL is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 P715 DNL, 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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P715 DNL is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 17 June 1997.

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