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SN04 FNW

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

19,963 mi
Last recorded19,963 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 FNW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 May 2025 19,963 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Upper Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 18,660 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 18,660 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 17,396 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 15,536 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 15,502 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 11,888 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2018 11,888 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016
Pass 17 Jul 2015 7,535 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 6,390 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 6,381 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 6,378 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 6,378 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 6,378 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 6,348 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 3,426 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 14 May 2007 27,900 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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SN04 FNW is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 9,794 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN04 FNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SN04 FNW is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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