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BU04 HWP

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,317 mi
Last recorded11,317 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 HWP
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 11,317 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 10,495 miles

Exhaust noisy Louder than original fitment (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 9,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 9,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2017 8,720 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 8,720 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread too small, now replaced (6.3.4b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 8,667 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 8,409 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 6,983 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 6,949 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 27 May 2008 6,429 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 4,612 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 HWP is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HWP, 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 HWP registered?

BU04 HWP is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is BU04 HWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 HWP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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