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SF54 HVH

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

14,589 mi
Last recorded14,589 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 HVH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 14,589 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 14,483 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 13,629 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 12,720 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 11,132 miles

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 10 May 2014 11,132 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 9,288 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 May 2013 9,288 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2012 9,217 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 4,608 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 7,100 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 6,554 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 6,074 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2009 6,074 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 2,993 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 5,289 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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SF54 HVH is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SF54 HVH, 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 SF54 HVH registered?

SF54 HVH is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is SF54 HVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF54 HVH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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