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P796 XLJ

1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XLH120013,239 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP796 XLJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2022
Pass 5 Sep 2020
Pass 29 Apr 2019 11,050 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 10,462 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 9,433 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 8,862 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 8,680 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 8,272 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,205 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 7,889 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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P796 XLJ is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P796 XLJ, 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 P796 XLJ registered?

P796 XLJ is a 1996 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 3 August 1996.

Is P796 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P796 XLJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P796 XLJ have outstanding finance?

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