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GR08 EWV

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,316 mi
Last recorded12,316 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR08 EWV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 12,316 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 9,734 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 6,875 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 5,573 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 4,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 4,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 4,851 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 4,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 4,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2015 4,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 4,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 3,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 3,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 3,327 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 2,815 miles

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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GR08 EWV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GR08 EWV, 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 GR08 EWV registered?

GR08 EWV is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is GR08 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR08 EWV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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