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GX04 EUK

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

25,474 mi
Last recorded25,474 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 EUK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 25,474 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 24,267 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 23,890 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 23,796 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 23,274 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 22,772 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 22,716 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 21,841 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,496 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 18,766 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 16,658 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 14,639 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 12,965 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 12,963 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 9,163 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 9,163 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 6,098 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 6,098 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 5,505 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,505 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 4,803 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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GX04 EUK is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX04 EUK, 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 GX04 EUK registered?

GX04 EUK is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is GX04 EUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX04 EUK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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