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R701 PRG

1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,957 mi
Last recorded20,957 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C12,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR701 PRG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 20,957 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 20,957 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 20,100 miles

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

Nearside and offside fork stanchions pitted

Pass 11 Nov 2016 20,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 19,858 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 18,669 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 18,510 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 18,132 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 18,132 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 17,664 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 117,631 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 15,624 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 13,065 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 10,342 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 103,110 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 10,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 10,136 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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R701 PRG is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 12,391 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R701 PRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R701 PRG registered?

R701 PRG is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R701 PRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R701 PRG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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