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OU08 ETZ

2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R

Black Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

9,569 mi
Last recorded9,569 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R8,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 ETZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 9,569 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 8,974 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 8,792 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 8,610 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 8,610 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 8,189 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 7,982 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 7,731 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 7,512 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 7,246 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 6,994 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 6,577 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 5,910 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 5,373 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 4,677 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,428 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 2,559 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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OU08 ETZ is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R in Black with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OU08 ETZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 ETZ registered?

OU08 ETZ is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL1200R, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is OU08 ETZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 ETZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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