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LK04 HJF

2004 Harley Davidson XL883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

11,627 mi
Last recorded11,627 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson XL8838,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 HJF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 11,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 11,454 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlight pattern weak

Fail 29 Oct 2021 11,454 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlight pattern weak

Pass 17 Sep 2020 11,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 9,408 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2018 9,104 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 9,104 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 8,385 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2016 5,604 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 5,604 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2015 4,858 miles

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

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 4,858 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 4,020 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 3,533 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 3,533 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 2,606 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 2,052 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 1,847 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 1,730 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 1,609 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 1,117 miles

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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LK04 HJF is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LK04 HJF, 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 LK04 HJF registered?

LK04 HJF is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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The MOT history for LK04 HJF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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