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S727 TEV

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,432 mi
Last recorded17,432 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS727 TEV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 17,432 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 16,534 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 16,502 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 16,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 16,208 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Oct 2016 16,195 miles

registration plate deteriorated

Fail 17 Sep 2016 16,192 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

number plate slightly deteriated

Fail 30 Aug 2016 16,189 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front position light not working

fuel hose perished

rear no.plate deteriated

Pass 18 May 2013 16,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front wheel bearing(s) has slight play

Pass 7 Apr 2012 14,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 11,625 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 8,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 6,165 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 4,386 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 2,976 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 11,657 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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S727 TEV is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 S727 TEV, 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.

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What year was S727 TEV registered?

S727 TEV is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S727 TEV safe to buy?

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