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P821 MYA

1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,851 mi
Last recorded44,851 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XLH120016,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP821 MYA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 44,851 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2022 44,851 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 44,556 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 44,241 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 42,842 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2017 41,390 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 May 2016 38,488 miles

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 34,200 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 30,553 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 27,153 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 24,452 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2011 20,754 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2010 16,336 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 14,018 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 13,999 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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P821 MYA is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P821 MYA, 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 P821 MYA registered?

P821 MYA is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 13 June 1997.

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