MOT Status
ValidMileage
23,919 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy acceptable for a machine of this type at ha;f engine speed (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
number plate slighty deteriorated
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
slight perishing to front tyre
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?
Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
P789 XLJ is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P789 XLJ, 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
How do I check the history of P789 XLJ?
You can check the full history of P789 XLJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was P789 XLJ registered?
P789 XLJ is a 1996 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 1 August 1996.
Is P789 XLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for P789 XLJ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P789 XLJ have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P789 XLJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.