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R147 KDS

1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Multi-colour Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,074 mi
Last recorded35,074 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C12,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 KDS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 35,074 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

gear lever assy worn resulting in play

Pass 17 Jun 2025 34,513 miles

both indicators on at front as running light

gear lever assy worn

oil leak

Fail 17 Jun 2025 34,513 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

both indicators on at front as running light

gear lever assy worn

oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2024 34,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

GEAR LEVER MECANISAM WORN

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake linkage worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 3 May 2023 33,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2022 33,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 May 2022 33,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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R147 KDS is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Multi-colour with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 12,391 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 XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R147 KDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R147 KDS is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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