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AX08 ETK

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R

Orange Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,175 mi
Last recorded2,175 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R8,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 ETK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 2,175 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 2,155 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 May 2023 2,155 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 2,068 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 1,977 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 1,923 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 1,807 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 1,807 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 1,642 miles

Past rear tyre puncture repair. Advise new tyre to be fitted.

Fail 17 Jul 2013 1,642 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Past rear tyre puncture repair. Advise new tyre to be fitted.

Pass 17 Jul 2012 1,579 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 1,355 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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AX08 ETK is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R in Orange with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AX08 ETK, 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 AX08 ETK registered?

AX08 ETK is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is AX08 ETK safe to buy?

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