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Y527 HUB

2001 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,846 mi
Last recorded23,846 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200C14,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY527 HUB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 23,846 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 23,837 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 22,974 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 19,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 17,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 14,383 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 14,352 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear caliper union (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2017 14,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside handlebar grip loose

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated union corroded (3.2.B3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp masks /convertors fitted

Fail 7 Jun 2017 14,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside handlebar grip loose

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated union corroded (3.2.B3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp masks /convertors fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2015 14,192 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,048 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 13,815 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 11,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 10,989 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,140 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 7,144 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 4,592 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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Y527 HUB is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,339 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 Y527 HUB, 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 25 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y527 HUB is a 2001 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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