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S783 GGC

1999 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Harley Davidson XLH120012,064 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS783 GGC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position light masked over making non testable

Rear Position light masked over making non testable

Pass 3 Dec 2022

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

no lights fitted at time of test, tested for daylight use only

Fail 3 Dec 2022

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

no lights fitted at time of test, tested for daylight use only

Pass 10 Dec 2021 21,804 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 21,804 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 21,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front brake hose routing incorrect/slightly stretched

Fail 29 Oct 2020 21,436 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre fouling another component O/S rear tyre rubbing on mufguard fitting. (5.2.3 (f))

Central Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 20,855 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 20,731 miles

rear tyre has slight cracking to side wall

Pass 27 Apr 2017 20,488 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 20,238 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,062 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,735 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 19,564 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,242 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 24,956 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 18,860 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 18,174 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 14,941 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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S783 GGC is a 1999 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1999 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 12,064 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 S783 GGC, 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 27 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S783 GGC registered?

S783 GGC is a 1999 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 1 January 1999.

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