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HY08 EKK

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,896 mi
Last recorded6,896 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 12007,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 EKK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 May 2024 6,896 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 6,713 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 6,525 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 6,415 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 6,253 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 6,135 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 1 Jul 2017 6,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 5,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 5,644 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 5,439 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 5,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 5,022 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 4,915 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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HY08 EKK is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY08 EKK, 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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What year was HY08 EKK registered?

HY08 EKK is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is HY08 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 EKK shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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