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VX04 FBC

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,926 mi
Last recorded38,926 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 FBC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2022 38,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 38,538 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 37,889 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 36,713 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 34,971 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 51,277 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 29,708 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 28,841 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 26,227 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 23,153 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,107 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 17,089 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,053 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,808 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 4,536 miles

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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VX04 FBC is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VX04 FBC, 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.

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What year was VX04 FBC registered?

VX04 FBC is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 5 April 2004.

Is VX04 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX04 FBC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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