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WP08 CAV

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,984 mi
Last recorded13,984 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 CAV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 13,984 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 13,816 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 10,065 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 10,061 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 10,061 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2018 10,006 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 9,800 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 9,278 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 8,649 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 7,924 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,021 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 4,344 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 3,088 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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WP08 CAV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WP08 CAV, 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 WP08 CAV registered?

WP08 CAV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is WP08 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP08 CAV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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