2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 models manufactured in 2017, based on 1,652 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 has an MOT pass rate of 90.0% based on 1,652 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 6,473 miles on the odometer. With a 10.0% failure rate, the 2017 Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 is Motorcycle structure and attachments, responsible for 1.0% of failures. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors is the second most common issue at 1.0%. Identification of the vehicle follows at 0.5%.
Top failures specific to 2017 models only. The overall Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.0% | 17 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.0% | 16 |
| 3 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.5% | 9 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.4% | 6 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.4% | 6 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.2% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
| 8 | Non-component Advisories | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 6,473 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.59 | 1.0% | 17 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.50 | 1.0% | 16 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.84 | 0.5% | 9 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.56 | 0.4% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.56 | 0.4% | 6 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.37 | 0.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.09 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.09 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 has an MOT pass rate of 90.0% based on 1,652 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 6,473 miles on the odometer. With a 10.0% failure rate, the 2017 Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle structure and attachments: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 6,473 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 1.0% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.0% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Identification of the vehicle — 0.5% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2017 Harley-davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 17 models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.