1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Xlh1200 models manufactured in 1990, based on 702 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 vintage page → (76.1% current pass rate)1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 MOT Analysis
The 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 has an MOT pass rate of 79.3% based on 702 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,083 miles on the odometer. With a 20.7% failure rate, the 1990 Xlh1200 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 is Motorcycle structure and attachments, responsible for 0.6% 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 suspension is the second most common issue at 0.3%. Motorcycle wheels follows at 0.3%.
Top failures specific to 1990 models only. The overall Xlh1200 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 | 0.6% | 4 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.3% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.3% | 2 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,083 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 | 0.33 | 0.6% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.17 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.17 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.08 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 has an MOT pass rate of 79.3% based on 702 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,083 miles on the odometer. With a 20.7% failure rate, the 1990 Xlh1200 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200, 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 17,083 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 0.6% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 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 suspension — 0.3% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle wheels — 0.3% of failures
Motorcycle wheels issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1990 Harley Davidson Xlh1200 models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.