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P885 VWX

1997 Harley Davidson XL1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

831 mi
Last recorded831 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XL120010,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP885 VWX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 831 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 412 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 1,290 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 1,194 miles

engine mounting bolts slightly loose

slight rise in engine speed when turned to right

Pass 22 Aug 2019 1,108 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 469 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 25 miles

CUSTOM BUILD/TEST AS PRESENTED

Chain guard missing ()

DAY TIME M O T. NO LIGHTS FITTED

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 26 Jun 2017 14,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front front tyre cracked

Fail 11 May 2017 14,430 miles

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

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 14,423 miles

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

Front Tyre side walls cracked

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 14,423 miles

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

Front Tyre side walls cracked

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 14,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 11,630 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 8,111 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 3,835 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 3,709 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 3,300 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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P885 VWX is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,122 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P885 VWX, 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 P885 VWX registered?

P885 VWX is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P885 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P885 VWX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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