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FD08 YGT

2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

15,422 mi
Last recorded15,422 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C10,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 YGT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 15,422 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 15,401 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 15,401 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 15,235 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 14,850 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 14,668 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 14,457 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 14,017 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 13,472 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 13,267 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 12,912 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 12,401 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 11,792 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 10,926 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 10,057 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 7,420 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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FD08 YGT is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD08 YGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD08 YGT registered?

FD08 YGT is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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