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S857 EGJ

1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Turquoise Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson XLH120014,542 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS857 EGJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front mudguard missing

side stand spring loose

Pass 11 Mar 2016 12,411 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 12,296 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 12,296 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 12,015 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 11,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 6 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 17,735 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 16,961 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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S857 EGJ is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Turquoise with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S857 EGJ, 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 S857 EGJ registered?

S857 EGJ is a 1998 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S857 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S857 EGJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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