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R189 PDL

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,311 mi
Last recorded33,311 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 PDL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 33,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 32,877 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 31,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 30,867 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 28,848 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XLH1200?

Based on 11,091 MOT tests across 1,080 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
373
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,080
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 92
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 63
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 39
wheel bearings have excessive free play 38
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R189 PDL is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 14,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XLH1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R189 PDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XLH1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R189 PDL registered?

R189 PDL is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R189 PDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R189 PDL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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