CarVerify

Free Car Check

SF57 DVL

2007 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

17,577 mi
Last recorded17,577 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster8,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Harley-davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF57 DVL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
View full Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 17,577 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 17,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 15,883 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 15,883 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 15,543 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 14,929 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 14,457 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 13,414 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2019 13,404 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 12,507 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 11,595 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 10,475 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 9,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 7,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

n/s foot contorls worn

Pass 2 Sep 2011 6,342 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 4,743 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
Full Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SF57 DVL is a 2007 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2007 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 8,673 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 SF57 DVL, 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 19 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SF57 DVL?

You can check the full history of SF57 DVL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SF57 DVL registered?

SF57 DVL is a 2007 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is SF57 DVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF57 DVL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF57 DVL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SF57 DVL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.