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R878 HGK

1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,727 mi
Last recorded11,727 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C15,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 HGK
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 11,727 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 11,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 11,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 11,721 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 11,721 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 11,721 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 11,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 11,721 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 11,721 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 17,275 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 15,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 15,074 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2010 15,074 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 2 May 2009 14,363 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2009 14,363 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 13,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,691 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 13,074 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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R878 HGK is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 15,776 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 R878 HGK, 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 29 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 R878 HGK registered?

R878 HGK is a 1997 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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