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1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C
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35,074 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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
both indicators on at front as running light
gear lever assy worn
oil leak
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
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))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
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?
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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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