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OY53 WXL

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,305 mi
Last recorded39,305 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 WXL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 39,305 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 39,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 38,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Fork leg pitted.

Pass 13 Aug 2022 36,183 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 32,326 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 31,103 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 28,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both sets (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 27,610 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 27,319 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 26,737 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 26,693 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 26,266 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2012 26,266 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,407 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 20,017 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 17,754 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 27 May 2008 14,859 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 12,223 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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OY53 WXL is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OY53 WXL, 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 OY53 WXL registered?

OY53 WXL is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 13 January 2004.

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