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LF04 VNT

2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,758 mi
Last recorded42,758 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster11,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 VNT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 42,758 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 42,563 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 41,808 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 41,808 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 40,975 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,962 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 38,773 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 37,000 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 35,478 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 31,279 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 27,077 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,971 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 21,981 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 16 Aug 2007 15,570 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 15,570 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 VNT is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 VNT, 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 VNT registered?

LF04 VNT is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 2 August 2004.

Is LF04 VNT safe to buy?

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