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GU08 VHH

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,907 mi
Last recorded47,907 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VHH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 47,907 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 46,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 45,906 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 44,899 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 44,689 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 42,240 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 40,992 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 40,992 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2016 38,298 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 34,244 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 10,271 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 10,265 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 9 May 2013 28,958 miles

Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 27,941 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 25,678 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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GU08 VHH is a 2008 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 86.7%.

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 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 GU08 VHH, 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 GU08 VHH registered?

GU08 VHH is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GU08 VHH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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