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LK53 NXT

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,662 mi
Last recorded13,662 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 NXT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2025 13,662 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 12,506 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 9,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

drive belt guard missing

Pass 25 Feb 2022 9,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 9,392 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 7,938 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 5,309 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 3,841 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 3,536 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 3,455 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 32,355 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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LK53 NXT is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 13,378 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK53 NXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LK53 NXT?

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What year was LK53 NXT registered?

LK53 NXT is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is LK53 NXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 NXT shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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