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V129 MBY

1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,163 mi
Last recorded3,163 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C11,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV129 MBY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 3,163 miles

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 10 May 2025 3,084 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 3,082 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 3,048 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 2,638 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 2,237 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 2,048 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 2,000 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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V129 MBY is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V129 MBY, 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 V129 MBY registered?

V129 MBY is a 1999 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V129 MBY safe to buy?

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