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R980 HWU

1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

5,391 mi
Last recorded5,391 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C12,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 HWU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 5,391 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 5,377 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 5,377 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 5,347 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 5,294 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 5,266 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 5,223 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 5,189 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 5,150 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 5,102 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 5,045 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 5,033 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 4,936 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 4,858 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 4,858 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 4,694 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 4,586 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 4,488 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 May 2008 4,476 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 4,388 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 May 2006 4,061 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R980 HWU is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 R980 HWU, 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 R980 HWU registered?

R980 HWU is a 1998 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R980 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 HWU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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