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R12 SLL

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,683 mi
Last recorded12,683 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 SLL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 12,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 12,327 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 11,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 11,360 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 10,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2021 9,442 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 7,733 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 7,277 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 6,627 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 5,594 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 4,493 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 3,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 2,015 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 2,015 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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R12 SLL is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R12 SLL, 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 R12 SLL registered?

R12 SLL is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 26 November 2008.

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The MOT history for R12 SLL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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