Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 56 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 12.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 56 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster presents for MOT with approximately 9,789 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 5.4% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle fuel and exhaust at 3.6%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 3.6%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 5.4% | 3 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.6% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 3.6% | 2 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 3.6% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.8% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,789 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 5.47 | 5.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 3.65 | 3.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.65 | 3.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.65 | 3.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.82 | 1.8% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.82 | 1.8% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster has 9,789 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 12.77% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster MOT Data
The Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 56 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle fuel and exhaust for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Xl1200n Nightster is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 5.4% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 3.6% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 3.6% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster?
Based on 56 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster has an overall pass rate of 87.5% (12.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster?
The top 3 reasons a Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.4%), 2. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (3.6%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (3.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster reliable?
With a 12.5% MOT failure rate, the Xl1200n Nightster is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley-davidson Xl1200n Nightster?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.4%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (3.6%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (3.6%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.