CarVerify

Free Car Check

V179 RBA

1980 Harley Davidson 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,551 mi
Last recorded31,551 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2020
4 checks still locked for this Harley Davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV179 RBA
MakeHarley Davidson
Model1200
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2020 31,551 miles

Both front caliper sliders worn

Pass 20 May 2019 30,530 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 30,530 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 28,769 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 24,572 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre in poor condition

Fail 20 Jun 2017 24,571 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain clip link fitted wrong (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Stop lamp missing both (1.3.3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre in poor condition

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson 1200?

Based on 5,578 MOT tests across 782 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
782
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
Full Harley Davidson 1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V179 RBA is a 1980 Harley Davidson 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V179 RBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 46 years old, this Harley Davidson 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V179 RBA?

You can check the full history of V179 RBA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V179 RBA registered?

V179 RBA is a 1980 Harley Davidson 1200, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is V179 RBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V179 RBA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V179 RBA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V179 RBA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.