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WR08 ECN

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,585 mi
Last recorded9,585 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 12007,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 ECN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 9,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 9,367 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm pivot slight movment (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 13,647 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 8,203 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 7,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 7,152 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 7,144 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 7,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 6,961 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 6,657 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 6,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 6,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 5,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 4,903 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,637 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 4,637 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Fail 29 Apr 2011 4,485 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 4,485 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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WR08 ECN is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WR08 ECN, 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 WR08 ECN registered?

WR08 ECN is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is WR08 ECN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 ECN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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