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VGX 741X

1982 Harley-davidson XLH1000

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,268 mi
Last recorded92,268 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 1982 Harley-davidson XLH100023,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGX 741X
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXLH1000
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2012 92,268 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 92,116 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2010 90,310 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 90,310 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2009 89,250 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 24,874 miles

exhaust slightly noisey

headlamp slightly high

Pass 2 Sep 2006 24,737 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XLH1000?

Based on 1,233 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 9
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
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VGX 741X is a 1982 Harley-davidson XLH1000 in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Harley-davidson XLH1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 23,260 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 XLH1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGX 741X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XLH1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Harley-davidson XLH1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VGX 741X registered?

VGX 741X is a 1982 Harley-davidson XLH1000, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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The MOT history for VGX 741X 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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