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NK04 EOB

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK04 EOB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026
Pass 31 May 2024 18,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

both tyres perishing

Pass 31 May 2023 17,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 14,999 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 14,574 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 14,036 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 13,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 13,039 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 11,525 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 11,525 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 14,524 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 11,524 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 11,517 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 11,503 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 10,783 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 10,783 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 10,675 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,145 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,145 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 9,465 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 8,546 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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NK04 EOB is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 10,392 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 XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK04 EOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK04 EOB registered?

NK04 EOB is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 17 March 2004.

Is NK04 EOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK04 EOB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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