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OU08 CVT

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,530 mi
Last recorded13,530 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 12007,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 CVT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 13,530 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 12,382 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 11,463 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2024 11,463 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2023 11,365 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 May 2023 11,365 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 11,011 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 10,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 9,769 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 8,704 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 6,994 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 5,646 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 4,957 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 4,145 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 3,430 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 2,617 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 2,617 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 1,523 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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OU08 CVT is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 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 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 OU08 CVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 CVT registered?

OU08 CVT is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 2 March 2008.

Is OU08 CVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 CVT 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.

Does OU08 CVT have outstanding finance?

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