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R770 BNM

1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,653 mi
Last recorded14,653 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C12,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR770 BNM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 14,653 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2018 14,647 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 14,647 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2016 14,647 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 14,647 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

all fuel pipes excessivly deteriorated

Fail 21 Sep 2012 14,647 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

all fuel pipes excessivly deteriorated

Pass 31 Dec 2010 14,647 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 14,647 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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R770 BNM is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R770 BNM, 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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R770 BNM is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 20 February 1998.

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