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AM53 AKX

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R

Maroon Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,087 mi
Last recorded10,087 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R9,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 AKX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 10,087 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 9,976 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 9,710 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 9,550 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 8,536 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 8,280 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 8,273 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Central Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 7,744 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 7,402 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,454 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 5,150 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 4,693 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 3,995 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 3,025 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 1,677 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 66 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R?

Based on 3,980 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 15
Horn not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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AM53 AKX is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R in Maroon with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 9,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM53 AKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AM53 AKX registered?

AM53 AKX is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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