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Y627 FYB

2001 Harley Davidson XL1200S

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,121 mi
Last recorded13,121 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200S12,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY627 FYB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200S
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 13,121 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front brake pipe behind headstock (1.1.11 (c))

Drive belt slightly loose Requires slight adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre getting low to centre 1.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 12,723 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 12,723 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing stick on reflector fited (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 12,591 miles

non standard exhaust

Pass 16 Aug 2022 11,340 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 10,436 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 10,436 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 9,867 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 9,702 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 8,068 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 7,406 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 6,201 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 6,188 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 5,900 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 5,707 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 5,706 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200S?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 340 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
485
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
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Y627 FYB is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200S in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 12,723 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 XL1200S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y627 FYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200S typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y627 FYB registered?

Y627 FYB is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200S, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y627 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y627 FYB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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