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RX04 HCZ

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,635 mi
Last recorded41,635 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 HCZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 41,635 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 40,542 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 39,117 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 39,103 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2023 38,231 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 37,327 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 36,273 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 35,812 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 34,862 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 33,331 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 32,498 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 32,498 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 4 May 2016 32,004 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 30,351 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 28,060 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 25,378 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2012 24,063 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 23,909 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 21,819 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 18,716 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2009 16,248 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 13,916 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 11,235 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 11,235 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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RX04 HCZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RX04 HCZ, 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

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What year was RX04 HCZ registered?

RX04 HCZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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