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K859 JYB

1993 Harley Davidson XL1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,088 mi
Last recorded52,088 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Harley Davidson XL120019,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK859 JYB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 52,088 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 May 2025 50,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 48,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 7 Mar 2024 48,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 47,299 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 43,357 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 43,357 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 41,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 41,448 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 41,448 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 41,254 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 40,997 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 40,832 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 40,477 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 May 2010 40,258 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 40,162 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 39,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2007 39,322 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 38,941 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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K859 JYB is a 1993 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1993 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 19,916 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 XL1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K859 JYB, 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 33 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K859 JYB registered?

K859 JYB is a 1993 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 5 March 1993.

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