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X257 BBV

2001 Harley-davidson XL1200R

Purple Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

7,271 mi
Last recorded7,271 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX257 BBV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 7,271 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 7,271 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 7,271 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 6,146 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 6,115 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 6,073 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 5,983 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 5,960 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,698 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 5,414 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 5,414 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 5,012 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 4,228 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 3,730 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 3,213 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R?

Based on 3,980 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 15
Horn not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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X257 BBV is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL1200R in Purple with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X257 BBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 25 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X257 BBV registered?

X257 BBV is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL1200R, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X257 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X257 BBV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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