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1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Xl1200c models manufactured in 1994, based on 97 real MOT test results.

75.3%
Pass Rate
24.7%
Fail Rate
97
Total Tests
12,161
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c MOT Analysis

The 1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c has an MOT pass rate of 75.3% based on 97 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 12,161 miles on the odometer. With a 24.7% failure rate, the 1994 Xl1200c is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 2.1% of failures. 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 range from £5–50. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 2.1%. Motorcycle brakes follows at 1.0%.

⚠ Based on limited data (97 tests)

Top failures specific to 1994 models only. The overall Xl1200c page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 2.1%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 2.1%
Motorcycle brakes 1.0%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors2.1%2
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments2.1%2
3Motorcycle Brakes1.0%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 12,161 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors1.70% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments1.70% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes0.85% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors1.702.1%2
Motorcycle structure and attachments1.702.1%2
Motorcycle brakes0.851.0%1

Mileage Statistics

12,161
Mean
9,235
Median
574
25th Percentile
16,262
75th Percentile
20.31% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c has an MOT pass rate of 75.3% based on 97 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 12,161 miles on the odometer. With a 24.7% failure rate, the 1994 Xl1200c is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 12,161 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 2.1% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 2.1% of MOT failures on 1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c 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.

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 2.1% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 2.1% of MOT failures on 1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c 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 brakes — 1.0% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1994 Harley Davidson Xl1200c models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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