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SM57 VBV

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,917 mi
Last recorded24,917 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 12007,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 VBV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2025 24,917 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 23,728 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 23,433 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 23,271 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 22,913 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 22,403 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 22,241 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 21,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 19,506 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 16,203 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 12,985 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 9,155 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 7,055 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 6,271 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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SM57 VBV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM57 VBV, 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.

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What year was SM57 VBV registered?

SM57 VBV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is SM57 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 VBV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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