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V8 FJS

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,849 mi
Last recorded12,849 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 FJS
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2026 12,849 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 12,530 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 12,162 miles

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2023 12,132 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 12,118 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 11,454 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 11,441 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 11,252 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 10,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 10,360 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 9,998 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 9,886 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 9,871 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 7,447 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 6,829 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 6,806 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 6,441 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 6,204 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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V8 FJS 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 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V8 FJS, 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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What year was V8 FJS registered?

V8 FJS is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 17 March 2004.

Is V8 FJS safe to buy?

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