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V989 DNL

1999 Harley Davidson XL1200

Bronze Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

3,502 mi
Last recorded3,502 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Harley Davidson XL120017,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV989 DNL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year1999
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 3,502 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 3,273 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 3,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 3,038 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 2,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 2,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 1,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 134 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 10,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 9,540 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 9,499 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 9,274 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 9,013 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,286 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 7,655 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 6,621 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200?

Based on 1,695 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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V989 DNL is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Bronze with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 17,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V989 DNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 27 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V989 DNL registered?

V989 DNL is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V989 DNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V989 DNL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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