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S789 TYA

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS789 TYA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2022
Pass 26 Apr 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2019

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2019

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018
Fail 7 Jun 2018

Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2017

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 18 May 2017

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Gear pedal not tight.

Pass 20 Feb 2016 143 miles

Gear pedal loose

Oil Tank loose

Pass 10 Feb 2015
Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,106 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 23,081 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 21,984 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 21,963 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 21,712 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 19,803 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 17,534 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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S789 TYA is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S789 TYA, 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 S789 TYA registered?

S789 TYA is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 1 November 1998.

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