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FJ04 KUS

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

3,549 mi
Last recorded3,549 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 KUS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 3,549 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 3,433 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 3,228 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 2,990 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 2,525 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 2,330 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 2,022 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 9,480 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front fender fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2016 16,349 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2015 14,165 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 14,165 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 12,633 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 12,633 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 12,007 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 12,007 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 10,910 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 10,910 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 9,243 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 9,243 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 8,464 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,708 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 1,917 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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FJ04 KUS is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FJ04 KUS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ04 KUS registered?

FJ04 KUS is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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