CarVerify

Free Car Check

LJ04 WXC

2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,547 mi
Last recorded8,547 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster11,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Harley-davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 WXC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 8,547 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 8,430 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

high beam idiot light not working

sidewall slightly perrished front tyre

Fail 11 Jul 2023 8,430 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

high beam idiot light not working

sidewall slightly perrished front tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2011 5,995 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
Full Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LJ04 WXC is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LJ04 WXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ04 WXC?

You can check the full history of LJ04 WXC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LJ04 WXC registered?

LJ04 WXC is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is LJ04 WXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 WXC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ04 WXC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LJ04 WXC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.