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VX04 FBG

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

22,551 mi
Last recorded22,551 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 FBG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 22,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 27,619 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 27,007 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 20,697 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 19,846 miles

Exhaust noisy loud exhaust (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 19,325 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 19,193 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 18,366 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 17,558 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 3 May 2017 17,524 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 15,985 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 14,184 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 12,369 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 11,466 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 11,449 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 11,259 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 10,942 miles

rear tyre getting low on 2 to 3mm.

Pass 22 May 2009 10,336 miles

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

slight damage to teeth on drive belt.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 9,545 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 8,954 miles

slight damage to drive belt.

squeaking noise coming from rear.

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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VX04 FBG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 VX04 FBG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX04 FBG?

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What year was VX04 FBG registered?

VX04 FBG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is VX04 FBG safe to buy?

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