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WP57 SKK

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R

Black Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,756 mi
Last recorded32,756 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R8,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP57 SKK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 32,756 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 32,270 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 32,136 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 31,714 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2021 31,714 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 31,023 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019
Pass 28 Jul 2018 28,402 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 28,376 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced intermittant (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 27,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 24,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 19,718 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 May 2014 15,221 miles

Drive belt lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2013 6,353 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 5,983 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R?

Based on 3,980 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 15
Horn not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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WP57 SKK is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R in Black with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,021 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 XL1200R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP57 SKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WP57 SKK registered?

WP57 SKK is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R, first registered on 12 January 2008.

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