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2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200
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ExpiredMileage
23,410 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
both front brake hoses are stretched slightly when forks are at full travel
number plate lamp deteriorated
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
both front brake hoses are stretched slightly when forks are at full travel
number plate lamp deteriorated
Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)
front brake lever has little reserve travel
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)
front brake lever has little reserve travel
front brake sticking slightly
offside front brake hose union at caliper shows signs of brake fluid did not leak during the test
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
has a nail in the rear tyre which has punctured inner tube causing slow deflation of tyre
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?
Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.
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GV08 HWH is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 7,598 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV08 HWH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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GV08 HWH is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 29 March 2008.
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