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Y918 GCA

2001 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,305 mi
Last recorded6,305 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport11,592 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY918 GCA
MakeHarley-davidson
Model1200 Sport
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 6,305 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 6,250 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 6,250 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 6,037 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 6,037 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 5,875 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 5,724 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 5,486 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 5,366 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 5,364 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 5,364 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 5,349 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 5,349 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 5,314 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2015 5,229 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 5,137 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 5,026 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 5,026 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2012 4,863 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 4,731 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 4,533 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 4,533 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 4,026 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 39,395 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 3,809 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 3,697 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 3,623 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson 1200 Sport?

Based on 3,482 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
523
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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Y918 GCA is a 2001 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 11,592 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 1200 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y918 GCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson 1200 Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Harley-davidson 1200 Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y918 GCA registered?

Y918 GCA is a 2001 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y918 GCA shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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