Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18
MotorcycleFrom 460 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, caused 8 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.
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 8 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 7 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 5 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 2 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 1 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 92% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18s tested had between 2,778 and 7,943 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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Common questions
What is the Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18 MOT pass rate?
The Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18 has a 91.5% MOT pass rate based on 460 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18?
The most common MOT failure on the Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18 is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Harley-Davidson Xl 1200 X Forty Eight 18 is 4,114 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,778 and 7,943 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.