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GF08 TNO

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,951 mi
Last recorded7,951 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 TNO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 7,951 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 6,076 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 6,076 miles

Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 4,957 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 4,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 4,814 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2021 4,522 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 4,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 4,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 3,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 3,465 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 2,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 1,735 miles

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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GF08 TNO is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GF08 TNO, 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 GF08 TNO registered?

GF08 TNO is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is GF08 TNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 TNO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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