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LX58 BJU

2008 Harley Davidson XL1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,128 mi
Last recorded23,128 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL12009,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX58 BJU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 23,128 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2025 23,116 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 21,849 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 20,634 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 19,592 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 4 Oct 2021 18,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 18,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 17,732 miles

Rear Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 16,555 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 16,555 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 15,383 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 14,006 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 13,193 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 11,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 10,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 9,567 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 8,112 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 5,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200?

Based on 1,695 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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LX58 BJU is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 9,406 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 XL1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX58 BJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LX58 BJU registered?

LX58 BJU is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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The MOT history for LX58 BJU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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