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BU04 DSY

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

36,388 mi
Last recorded36,388 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 DSY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 36,388 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 34,755 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 34,711 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 32,864 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 31,519 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 29,725 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 28,462 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 27,253 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 25,186 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 23,021 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Feb 2017 20,970 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 19,074 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 17,131 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 15,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 13,223 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 11,508 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 11,508 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 9,215 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 7,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 5,278 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 3,017 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 3,017 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 1,147 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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BU04 DSY is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 9,794 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU04 DSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU04 DSY registered?

BU04 DSY is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is BU04 DSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 DSY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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