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AE04 NYD

2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,763 mi
Last recorded19,763 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster11,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 NYD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 19,763 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking to sidewalls

Pass 7 May 2022 18,729 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 18,729 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 17,911 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 14,318 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 14,318 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 10,195 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 10,031 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 9,603 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2013 9,247 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,062 miles

aftermarket silencers fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2010 8,276 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 7,479 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 6,051 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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AE04 NYD is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 11,133 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 XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE04 NYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE04 NYD registered?

AE04 NYD is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 14 May 2004.

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The MOT history for AE04 NYD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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