CarVerify

Free Car Check

FM57 BWX

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R

Red Petrol 1202cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,472 mi
Last recorded15,472 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R8,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Harley-davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 BWX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 15,472 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 24,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 22,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 22,793 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 22,630 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 12,423 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 8,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 5,748 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 4,098 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 3,614 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 3,434 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 3,337 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 3,106 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 2,794 miles

number plate damaged but still clear to read

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R?

Based on 3,980 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 15
Horn not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
Full Harley-davidson XL1200R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FM57 BWX is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R in Red with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM57 BWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM57 BWX?

You can check the full history of FM57 BWX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FM57 BWX registered?

FM57 BWX is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is FM57 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 BWX shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM57 BWX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FM57 BWX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.