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WV58 LVE

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,213 mi
Last recorded22,213 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 LVE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 22,213 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 22,213 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 21,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 21,202 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 21,099 miles

Exhaust noisy Non standard exhaust fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 20,436 miles

Drive belt pulley worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 18 Jul 2018 19,610 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 18,548 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 16,755 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 16,681 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 12,515 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 11,976 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 11,701 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 6,954 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 6,954 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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WV58 LVE is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 WV58 LVE, 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 WV58 LVE registered?

WV58 LVE is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 5 September 2008.

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The MOT history for WV58 LVE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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