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EY53 BGX

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,131 mi
Last recorded7,131 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 BGX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 7,131 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 7,004 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 6,515 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 6,110 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 5,709 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 5,363 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 4,771 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 4,771 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 4,765 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 4,265 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 4,265 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 3,716 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 3,674 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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EY53 BGX is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EY53 BGX, 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 EY53 BGX registered?

EY53 BGX is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 January 2004.

Is EY53 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY53 BGX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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