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VX04 MWC

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

187 mi
Last recorded187 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 MWC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 187 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 15,147 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 14,359 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 14,172 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 14,172 miles

Drive belt excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 14,080 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 14,078 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 14,058 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 13,915 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 13,503 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 12,270 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 11,174 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 11,174 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 9,903 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 9,210 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 6,838 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 4,024 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 2,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 2,263 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 2,109 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 MWC is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MWC, 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 MWC registered?

VX04 MWC is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 8 May 2004.

Is VX04 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX04 MWC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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