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GK09 VNF

2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,157 mi
Last recorded19,157 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster8,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 VNF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 19,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 19,087 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 19,087 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 18,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 18,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2020 18,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 May 2020 18,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 18,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Mar 2019 18,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 16,555 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 16,429 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 16,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 11,654 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2012 6,859 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 6,859 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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GK09 VNF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 8,347 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 GK09 VNF, 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 17 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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GK09 VNF is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 10 March 2009.

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