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R66 XLN

2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,647 mi
Last recorded16,647 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster9,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR66 XLN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 N Nightster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 16,647 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 16,030 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 15,167 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 21,524 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 21,524 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 10,676 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 7,694 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 7,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 6,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 5,768 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Mar 2014 5,768 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 4,743 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 4,743 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 3,386 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 2,559 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 2,559 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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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R66 XLN is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster 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 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 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 R66 XLN, 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 R66 XLN registered?

R66 XLN is a 2008 Harley-davidson XL 1200 N Nightster, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is R66 XLN safe to buy?

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