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BU04 HVZ

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

58,012 mi
Last recorded58,012 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 HVZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 58,012 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2025 55,016 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 53,484 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 May 2024 53,474 miles

Central Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 51,106 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 49,222 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 48,285 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 45,890 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 42,903 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 41,217 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 39,996 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 38,334 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 36,211 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 34,912 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 33,290 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 31,569 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2011 31,569 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 27,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 22,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 18,529 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 12,383 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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BU04 HVZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BU04 HVZ, 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 BU04 HVZ registered?

BU04 HVZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is BU04 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 HVZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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