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RG53 HMD

2004 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 833cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

9,280 mi
Last recorded9,280 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson XL8838,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 HMD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine833cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 9,280 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2026 9,280 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 9,259 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2025 9,259 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 8,716 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 8,118 miles

Front Slight cracking to front tyre sidewall

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 7,436 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 7,436 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 7,414 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Sep 2020 7,414 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 7,081 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 6,331 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 6,320 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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RG53 HMD is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 833cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 RG53 HMD, 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

How do I check the history of RG53 HMD?

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What year was RG53 HMD registered?

RG53 HMD is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is RG53 HMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 HMD shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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