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OU54 FBN

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,770 mi
Last recorded16,770 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU54 FBN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 16,770 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 16,750 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 16,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2016 16,364 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 15,486 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 15,371 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Pass 27 May 2011 12,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2010 10,955 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2010 10,945 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2009 8,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 8,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 6,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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OU54 FBN is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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

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 OU54 FBN, 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.

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What year was OU54 FBN registered?

OU54 FBN is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 8 October 2004.

Is OU54 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU54 FBN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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