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HRZ 8706

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,821 mi
Last recorded19,821 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRZ 8706
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 19,821 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 19,183 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 18,922 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 18,911 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 18,669 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 18,345 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 17,531 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 17,203 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 17,191 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 13,026 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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HRZ 8706 is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HRZ 8706, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HRZ 8706?

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What year was HRZ 8706 registered?

HRZ 8706 is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is HRZ 8706 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRZ 8706 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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