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P551 GPE

1997 Harley Davidson 1200

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,198 mi
Last recorded30,198 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson 12008,869 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP551 GPE
MakeHarley Davidson
Model1200
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 30,198 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 30,011 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 29,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2023 29,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 29,432 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson 1200?

Based on 5,578 MOT tests across 782 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
782
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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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P551 GPE is a 1997 Harley Davidson 1200 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 8,869 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P551 GPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P551 GPE registered?

P551 GPE is a 1997 Harley Davidson 1200, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P551 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P551 GPE shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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