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E9 BMF

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,333 mi
Last recorded13,333 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 BMF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 13,333 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 12,426 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 12,124 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 11,641 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 11,641 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 10,796 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 10,796 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2019 10,469 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 8,893 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 7,938 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 11,774 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 11,122 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 6,754 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 6,754 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 5,115 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 3,054 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Sep 2008 3,054 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 2,245 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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E9 BMF is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E9 BMF, 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 E9 BMF registered?

E9 BMF is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 6 March 2004.

Is E9 BMF safe to buy?

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