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R397 YOR

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,886 mi
Last recorded44,886 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR397 YOR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 44,886 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake binding slightly

Fail 28 Jul 2017 44,886 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside lens fitted incorrectly (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Jul 2016 44,867 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 44,861 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 44,675 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 44,668 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear position lamp not tested

Pass 1 Jul 2013 44,643 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 May 2012 44,449 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2011 43,991 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 43,800 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 43,260 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 41,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 38,855 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 38,855 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 36,142 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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R397 YOR is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R397 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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R397 YOR is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 15 May 1998.

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