1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Xl1200 models manufactured in 1996, based on 89 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 MOT Analysis
The 1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 has an MOT pass rate of 79.8% based on 89 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,116 miles on the odometer. With a 20.2% failure rate, the 1996 Xl1200 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 is Motorcycle tyres, responsible for 1.1% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Identification of the vehicle is the second most common issue at 1.1%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors follows at 1.1%.
Top failures specific to 1996 models only. The overall Xl1200 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.1% | 1 |
| 2 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.1% | 1 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 18,116 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 tyres | 0.62 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.62 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.62 | 1.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 has an MOT pass rate of 79.8% based on 89 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,116 miles on the odometer. With a 20.2% failure rate, the 1996 Xl1200 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 18,116 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle tyres — 1.1% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Identification of the vehicle — 1.1% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 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.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.1% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 1996 Harley Davidson Xl1200 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.