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V516 VKE

1999 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,164 mi
Last recorded24,164 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Harley Davidson XLH120012,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV516 VKE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 24,164 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 21,726 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 19,733 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 17,374 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 14,479 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 14,479 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Front tyre MH90/21 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Rear tyre 130/90/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2020 14,305 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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V516 VKE is a 1999 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V516 VKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V516 VKE?

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What year was V516 VKE registered?

V516 VKE is a 1999 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V516 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V516 VKE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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