Harley-davidson Xr1200 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 680 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 10.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley-davidson Xr1200 MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley-davidson Xr1200 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 680 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.3% and a failure rate of 10.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley-davidson Xr1200 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Harley-davidson Xr1200 presents for MOT with approximately 9,105 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2010 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.7%, while 2011 models have the lowest at 81.1%. This 10.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley-davidson Xr1200 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 4.0% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle tyres and wheels at 2.9%. Motorcycle reg plates and vin rounds out the top three at 2.4%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 4.0% | 27 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.9% | 20 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.4% | 16 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.2% | 15 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.9% | 13 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.8% | 12 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.2% | 8 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.2% | 8 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.2% | 8 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.3% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Drive System | 0.3% | 2 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.1% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.1% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
| 15 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,105 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 lighting and signalling | 4.36 | 4.0% | 27 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.23 | 2.9% | 20 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.58 | 2.4% | 16 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.42 | 2.2% | 15 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.10 | 1.9% | 13 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.94 | 1.8% | 12 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.29 | 1.2% | 8 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.29 | 1.2% | 8 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.29 | 1.2% | 8 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.32 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.32 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.16 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.16 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.16 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.16 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley-davidson Xr1200 has 9,105 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Harley-davidson Xr1200 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.75% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Harley-davidson Xr1200 MOT Data
The Harley-davidson Xr1200 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 680 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.3% and a failure rate of 10.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley-davidson Xr1200 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle tyres and wheels for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Xr1200 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 4.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 4.0% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Xr1200. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 tyres and wheels — 2.9% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Xr1200. 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.
Motorcycle reg plates and vin — 2.4% of failures
Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Xr1200. Motorcycle reg plates and vin 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Harley-davidson Xr1200?
Based on 680 MOT tests in our database, the Harley-davidson Xr1200 has an overall pass rate of 89.3% (10.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley-davidson Xr1200?
The top 3 reasons a Harley-davidson Xr1200 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (4.0%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (2.9%), 3. Motorcycle reg plates and vin (2.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley-davidson Xr1200 reliable?
With a 10.7% MOT failure rate, the Xr1200 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley-davidson Xr1200?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (4.0%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (2.9%); Motorcycle reg plates and vin (2.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.