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FA54 SYU

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,171 mi
Last recorded14,171 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 SYU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2024 14,171 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 14,036 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 13,765 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 13,060 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 12,916 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 12,738 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 12,230 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 11,623 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 9,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 9,119 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 8,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 8,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 7,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 7,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 6,500 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 5,432 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 4,270 miles

engine noisey

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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FA54 SYU is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FA54 SYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA54 SYU registered?

FA54 SYU is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is FA54 SYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA54 SYU shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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