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2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster
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33,165 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Rear Frame touches drive belt guard when suspension is under load
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) Not working (4.7.2 (a))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Suspension arm bushes have excessive free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Tyre under inflated (18 psi)
Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Rear Frame touches drive belt guard when suspension is under load
Rear Tyre under inflated (12 psi)
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Rear FRAME TOUCHES DRIVE BELT GUARD WHEN SUSPENSION IS UNDER LOAD
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear frame hitting drive belt guard when suspension is compressed
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
seat loose
Front Brake component modification unsafe caliper is rubbing on disc (1.1.21 (d) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
seat loose
Front front wheel bearings slightly rough
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front front wheel bearings slightly rough
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nail in rear tyre
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster?
Based on 3,269 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DL08 YFG is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 9,488 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DL08 YFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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DL08 YFG is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 24 May 2008.
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