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LX59 BXL

2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

11,254 mi
Last recorded11,254 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster8,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 BXL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 11,254 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 10,652 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 9,283 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 9,276 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 8,429 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 7,792 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 7,791 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 6,532 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 5,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2016 5,916 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2015 4,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 3,568 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 3,432 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 3,177 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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LX59 BXL is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster in Black with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 8,347 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 LX59 BXL, 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 17 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 LX59 BXL registered?

LX59 BXL is a 2009 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 11 September 2009.

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