Harley Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster (2007)
2007 Harley Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster
CarHunch analysed 104 real MOT records for the 2007 Harley Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 45.4%, well below the UK average of 80%, which is a significant reliability red flag for potential buyers. Fewer than 7% have ever recorded dangerous defects, so catastrophic safety issues are uncommon, but nearly half of these bikes fail their MOT on first attempt—suggesting routine maintenance and upkeep are frequent headaches.
These bikes average 10,248 miles across their lifetime, which is quite low for a 17-year-old motorcycle and points to owners who ride seasonally or sparingly; the 2.4 advisories per vehicle and 0.59 failures per bike indicate typical wear on aging components rather than systemic design flaws. Before buying, budget for regular servicing and have any prospect thoroughly inspected by a Harley-specialist mechanic, as general MOT testers may not flag issues that become expensive once they develop.
What to check before buying a 2007 Harley Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 102 | 44.4% | 0.6 |
| Other (2%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Harley Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Harley Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster vehicles fall between 5,516 and 12,607 miles.
2007 Harley Davidson XL 1200 N Nightster — Still on the Road
22 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 54% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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