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S283 VPP

1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C11,782 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS283 VPP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025
Pass 7 Apr 2020
Pass 8 Mar 2018
Pass 1 Feb 2017
Pass 4 Jun 2015
Pass 10 Jul 2013
Pass 27 Apr 2012
Pass 23 Apr 2011 34,209 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 28,899 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 28,899 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 27,973 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2007 26,887 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 26,460 miles

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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S283 VPP is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 11,782 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 S283 VPP, 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 27 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S283 VPP registered?

S283 VPP is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S283 VPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S283 VPP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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