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RK08 GPE

2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,360 mi
Last recorded14,360 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C10,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 GPE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 14,360 miles

Front pads low

Pass 10 Jul 2024 14,242 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 14,142 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 14,127 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 13,465 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 12,281 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 10,291 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2018 10,289 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 8,034 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 6,697 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 5,047 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 4,966 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 4,784 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 3,699 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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RK08 GPE is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK08 GPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK08 GPE registered?

RK08 GPE is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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The MOT history for RK08 GPE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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