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AY04 KVU

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,591 mi
Last recorded18,591 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 KVU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 18,591 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 18,492 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 18,479 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 18,284 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 18,192 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 17,840 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 17,565 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 17,094 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 16,666 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 15,951 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 15,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 15,284 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 14,006 miles

front tyre has small cut , centre of treads

Pass 1 Aug 2012 13,593 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 11,127 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 10,175 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,277 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 5,527 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 3,545 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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AY04 KVU is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 13,378 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY04 KVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY04 KVU registered?

AY04 KVU is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 10 August 2004.

Is AY04 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY04 KVU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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