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SN04 LYH

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

39,622 mi
Last recorded39,622 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 LYH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 39,622 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 38,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 38,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 38,367 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 38,248 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 38,054 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 37,760 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 37,378 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 36,871 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 33,488 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 29,206 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 29,206 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 25,569 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 22,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 17,115 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,300 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 9,913 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 8,805 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 8,788 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 5,125 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 4,886 miles

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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SN04 LYH is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SN04 LYH, 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 SN04 LYH registered?

SN04 LYH is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 3 July 2004.

Is SN04 LYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN04 LYH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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