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HX54 HWN

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,836 mi
Last recorded15,836 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX54 HWN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 15,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 15,822 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 14,911 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 14,196 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 13,680 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 13,396 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 13,333 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 12,679 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 12,679 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 9,100 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,712 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 1,168 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 679 miles

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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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HX54 HWN is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HX54 HWN, 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 HX54 HWN registered?

HX54 HWN is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 16 November 2004.

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