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R849 XVR

1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,787 mi
Last recorded14,787 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XLH120016,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR849 XVR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2017 14,787 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 14,128 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 14,144 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 13,433 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 13,045 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 12,862 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 12,437 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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R849 XVR is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R849 XVR, 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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What year was R849 XVR registered?

R849 XVR is a 1997 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is R849 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R849 XVR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R849 XVR have outstanding finance?

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