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YJ08 KWS

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,692 mi
Last recorded8,692 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 KWS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 8,692 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 8,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 7,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2015 7,983 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 7,091 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 6,616 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 5,943 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 5,943 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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YJ08 KWS is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YJ08 KWS, 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 YJ08 KWS registered?

YJ08 KWS is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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The MOT history for YJ08 KWS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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