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G748 FLJ

1990 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Multi-colour Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,570 mi
Last recorded7,570 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Harley Davidson XLH120015,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG748 FLJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1990
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 7,570 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 7,197 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 6,622 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 6,062 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 5,356 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 5,062 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 5,059 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 3,907 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 2,890 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 1,556 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 362 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 29,818 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 29,340 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 29,333 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Chain guard incomplete (6.2.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 6 Jun 2006 29,326 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2006 29,326 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 29,038 miles
Fail 13 May 2005 29,038 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G748 FLJ is a 1990 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Multi-colour with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Harley Davidson XLH1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 15,878 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 G748 FLJ, 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 36 years old, this Harley Davidson XLH1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G748 FLJ registered?

G748 FLJ is a 1990 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 3 March 1990.

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