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R331 YOR

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,018 mi
Last recorded24,018 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR331 YOR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 24,018 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 9,667 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated oil from fawk legs (1.1.13 (b))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak stansion legs (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock lock stop missing (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber insecurely attached bolt not through ny lock nut (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 84,248 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 7,753 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 4,695 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lh swingarm bearing has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 2,844 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 2,534 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 2,534 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 2,418 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 16 Jun 2015 2,418 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2014 2,317 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 696 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 214 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 214 miles
Pass 14 May 2011

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 15,007 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2010 15,007 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 14,245 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 11,076 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 93,066 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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R331 YOR is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R331 YOR, 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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R331 YOR is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 25 February 1998.

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