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H43 VGP

1990 Harley Davidson XLH1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,000 mi
Last recorded27,000 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Harley Davidson XLH120015,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH43 VGP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXLH1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 27,000 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 26,443 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 25,925 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 25,714 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 25,269 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2019 23,421 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 23,329 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 22,922 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 22,922 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 22,721 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 22,232 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 21,895 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 21,895 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 21,370 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 21,370 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2010 20,839 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 20,822 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,170 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 19,756 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 19,215 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 18,687 miles

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

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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H43 VGP is a 1990 Harley Davidson XLH1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 H43 VGP, 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 H43 VGP registered?

H43 VGP is a 1990 Harley Davidson XLH1200, first registered on 26 October 1990.

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