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LD08 PDO

2008 Harley Davidson XL1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,340 mi
Last recorded31,340 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL12009,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 PDO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 31,340 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 31,340 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 29,751 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 28,756 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 28,756 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 25,914 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases header blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 23,729 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 23,163 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 22,031 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 22,031 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2016 21,839 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2014 11,883 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2013 9,344 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 8,205 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 5,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 5,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200?

Based on 1,695 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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LD08 PDO is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 9,406 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 XL1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD08 PDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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LD08 PDO is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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