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R12 XLR

2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,478 mi
Last recorded4,478 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120010,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 XLR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 4,478 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 4,478 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2023 4,451 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 4,150 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 4,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 4,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 3,962 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 3,756 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 3,638 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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R12 XLR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,563 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R12 XLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R12 XLR registered?

R12 XLR is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is R12 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 XLR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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