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J99 KPD

2004 Harley Davidson XL883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

7,948 mi
Last recorded7,948 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson XL8838,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ99 KPD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 7,948 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 6,608 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 6,400 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 6,312 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 9,678 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 5,517 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 4,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 4,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2015 4,709 miles

R/H footrest pivot worn

Pass 2 Sep 2014 4,674 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 4,655 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 4,655 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 4,617 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 4,472 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 4,472 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Fail 20 Aug 2010 4,241 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 4,241 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 3,477 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 3,477 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2009 3,449 miles

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,029 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 2,896 miles

Rear tyre sidewall groved

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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J99 KPD is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 8,589 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J99 KPD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J99 KPD registered?

J99 KPD is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 17 May 2004.

Is J99 KPD safe to buy?

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