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N789 SPR

1996 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,230 mi
Last recorded42,230 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200C10,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN789 SPR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2026 42,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 42,158 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 42,009 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 41,710 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 41,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 41,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 40,626 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 40,282 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 39,910 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 38,459 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 38,214 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 37,786 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 36,848 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 35,591 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 3,406 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 33,895 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 33,832 miles

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

front tyre tread perishing and slight uneven wear .

Pass 24 May 2006 33,602 miles

front tyre perishing and tread slight uneven wear .frame starting to corrode at headstock area .

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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N789 SPR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 10,663 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N789 SPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N789 SPR registered?

N789 SPR is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 19 January 1996.

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