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HX04 YAG

2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,394 mi
Last recorded25,394 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster11,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 YAG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 25,394 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 24,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 27,999 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 23,372 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 22,599 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 22,599 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 22,599 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2021 21,658 miles

Rear Tyre showing signs of age

Pass 22 Jun 2020 21,370 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 21,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 20,888 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 20,568 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 20,204 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 18,735 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 May 2014 17,937 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 16,724 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 15,362 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 13,736 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 13,729 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 13,713 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 13,702 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 13,655 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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HX04 YAG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 11,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX04 YAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX04 YAG registered?

HX04 YAG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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