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R126 MGC

1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

12,558 mi
Last recorded12,558 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport15,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 MGC
MakeHarley-davidson
Model1200 Sport
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 12,558 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 12,558 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 12,551 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 12,551 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 12,546 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 10,234 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 9,690 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 9,690 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 9,218 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 9,068 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 9,068 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 8,790 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 8,639 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 69,053 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson 1200 Sport?

Based on 3,482 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
523
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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R126 MGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 15,319 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 1200 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R126 MGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson 1200 Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Harley-davidson 1200 Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R126 MGC registered?

R126 MGC is a 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R126 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 MGC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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