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SB08 SZL

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,049 mi
Last recorded26,049 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 SZL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 26,049 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at head (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust slightly loose down pipe at head (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 40,021 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 35,647 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 35,627 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 19,885 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 17,840 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 14,551 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 12,501 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 12,302 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 11,773 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 11,773 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 May 2016 9,699 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 9,699 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 6,751 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 5,073 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 4,356 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 3,944 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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SB08 SZL is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SB08 SZL, 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 SB08 SZL registered?

SB08 SZL is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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The MOT history for SB08 SZL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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