Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 Low Sportster
MotorcycleFrom 200 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 3 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| a wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired | 1 |
| a lamp not securely attached | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 9.5% of Xl 1200 Low Sportster failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £60.
Typical mileage
Half of all Xl 1200 Low Sportsters tested had between 10,342 and 23,381 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,907 median miles, the Xl 1200 Low Sportster has 0.065 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 Low Sportster MOT pass rate?
The Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 Low Sportster has a 89% MOT pass rate based on 200 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 Low Sportster?
The most common MOT failure on the Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 Low Sportster is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 Low Sportster at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 Low Sportster is 16,907 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,342 and 23,381 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.