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S442 GUF

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS442 GUF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026
Pass 17 May 2025
Pass 11 May 2024
Pass 22 Apr 2023
Pass 18 Sep 2021

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019
Pass 24 Sep 2018

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

Fail 24 Sep 2018

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 11,793 miles

Offside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 8,286 miles

Both rear indicators are fitted to the right hand side of the rear light.

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 5,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 5,194 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 4,030 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 4,030 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2012 3,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 1,858 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 1,429 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 1,429 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 1,393 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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S442 GUF is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 14,542 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 XLH1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S442 GUF, 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 28 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S442 GUF registered?

S442 GUF is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S442 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S442 GUF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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