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DK04 BFE

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,949 mi
Last recorded21,949 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 BFE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 21,949 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 21,941 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 21,196 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 20,779 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 20,147 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 19,765 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 18,727 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2013 15,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 14,531 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 14,531 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 12,008 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 11,859 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 11,859 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 10,767 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 9,681 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 8,153 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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DK04 BFE is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK04 BFE, 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 DK04 BFE registered?

DK04 BFE is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is DK04 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 BFE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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