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WM08 RZS

2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,508 mi
Last recorded26,508 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C10,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 RZS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 26,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 25,911 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2024 25,911 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated due to leaking fork oil seals (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock with handlebars to offside, lock stop ineffective. damaged steering stop on left of bottom yoke (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose footrest mount appears to be slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread crack through plate, not insecure (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2023 25,769 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 23,499 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2022 23,482 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 18,936 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 18,309 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 16,948 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 15,194 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 15,176 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2014 12,630 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 10,059 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 7,299 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 6,069 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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WM08 RZS is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WM08 RZS, 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 WM08 RZS registered?

WM08 RZS is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 7 August 2008.

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