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LA08 EUV

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,914 mi
Last recorded22,914 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 EUV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 22,914 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 22,369 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 20,584 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 18,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 18,775 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 17,834 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 256 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 8 Sep 2016 256 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 16,163 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 14,423 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 7,786 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 6,717 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,460 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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LA08 EUV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LA08 EUV, 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 LA08 EUV registered?

LA08 EUV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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