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LF04 VAX

2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,191 mi
Last recorded27,191 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster11,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 VAX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2026 27,191 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2025 26,427 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 25,957 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 25,491 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 25,204 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 24,656 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 23,296 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 22,330 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 21,937 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 21,033 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 20,248 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 19,929 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 19,435 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 17,288 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 16,524 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 14,317 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 10,782 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 9,582 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 7,845 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 7,148 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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LF04 VAX is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LF04 VAX, 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 LF04 VAX registered?

LF04 VAX is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is LF04 VAX safe to buy?

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