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R509 DPP

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,228 mi
Last recorded14,228 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 DPP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 14,228 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 14,214 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 14,177 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 14,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 14,092 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 13,987 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 13,873 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 13,544 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 13,420 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 13,332 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 13,250 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 13,209 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 13,151 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 13,011 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 12,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 12,656 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 12,624 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 11,930 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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R509 DPP is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R509 DPP, 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 R509 DPP registered?

R509 DPP is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R509 DPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 DPP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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