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G13 MDE

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

17,224 mi
Last recorded17,224 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG13 MDE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 17,224 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front tyre sidewall cracking slightly

Pass 6 Jun 2025 16,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 16,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.34mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 16,313 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2022 16,313 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 15,842 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 15,676 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 15,523 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 15,113 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 14,600 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 13,968 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 13,537 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,942 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 12,942 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 11,877 miles

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2012 10,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2011 9,961 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster?

Based on 3,269 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
529
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
Headlamp aim too low 7
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G13 MDE is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G13 MDE, 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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What year was G13 MDE registered?

G13 MDE is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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