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R505 GCV

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,509 mi
Last recorded14,509 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR505 GCV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 14,509 miles

Front Front tyre has some age related cracking ,no ply or cord exposed

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in swing arm bushes/bearings ,not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 14,483 miles

Front Front tyre has age related cracks but no ply or cord exposed

Pass 8 Mar 2024 14,469 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 14,444 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 14,433 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 14,419 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 14,375 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 14,362 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 14,352 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 14,352 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 14,352 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 14,352 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 14,293 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 14,197 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 14,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 13,538 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 12,985 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 12,948 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 10,435 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 6,796 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 2,439 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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R505 GCV is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R505 GCV, 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 R505 GCV registered?

R505 GCV is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R505 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R505 GCV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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