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R496 ADX

1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,755 mi
Last recorded29,755 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XLH120016,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 ADX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 29,755 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 29,458 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 26,451 miles

Nearside handlebar grip slightly loose

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

handle bar mounting has slight play

Pass 12 Jun 2015 26,369 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 25,912 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 25,145 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 25,145 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 24,409 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 23,091 miles

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

front and rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Fail 3 Jun 2011 23,086 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

front and rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,831 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 21,967 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 21,139 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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R496 ADX is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,478 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 R496 ADX, 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 29 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R496 ADX is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 13 December 1997.

Is R496 ADX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 ADX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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