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FJ04 KTG

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,951 mi
Last recorded21,951 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 KTG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 21,951 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 21,046 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 21,046 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 20,104 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 15,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2022 15,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 15,206 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 14,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 13,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 11,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 10,057 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 9,135 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 8,287 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 7,873 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 7,873 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2013 7,223 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 6,659 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 5,994 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 5,923 miles

slight pitting to rear brake disc

Pass 12 Apr 2007 5,453 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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FJ04 KTG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FJ04 KTG, 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 FJ04 KTG registered?

FJ04 KTG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 11 May 2004.

Is FJ04 KTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ04 KTG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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